Immunization Team Lead

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Midland, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Immunization Program Manager for Public Health Region (PHR) 9/10, this position serves as the PHR Subject Matter Expert on vaccine recommendations, health planning, PHR and Local Health Department (LHD) contract activities, and will be consultant to other immunization function areas. This position collects and reports on PHR immunization activities as well as training and reviewing the contracted Local Health Department’s report of activities and on-site reviews. The position utilizes databases to access regional immunization programming education needs, prepares immunization trainings to various stakeholders and community groups including professional conferences, schools, community organizations, providers and the general public. Evaluates the effectiveness of the Immunization Program educational activities in the region. Works as a team with all program staff and is involved in planning, developing and implementing educational programming activities and providing technical assistance to program staff, government agencies, community organizations, or the general public. May train others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Performs Immunization Responsible Entity functions. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA)
• Knowledge of Principles of Quality Assurance practices.
• Knowledge of Customer service principles.
• Knowledge of Educational techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of Data management.
• Knowledge or ability to gain knowledge of The concepts of public health practices.
• Knowledge or ability to gain knowledge of Immunization recommendations and requirements for children, adolescents, students and adults.
• Knowledge or ability to gain knowledge of Vaccine-preventable diseases and immunizations.
• Knowledge or ability to gain knowledge of Immunization Standards for child and adolescents and adults.
• Knowledge or ability to gain knowledge of The ImmTrac2 system.
• Skill in The use of a personal computer, including Microsoft Office applications and programs specific to the program.
• Skill in preparing and presenting complex oral and written information and training to a variety of audiences in a clear, effective manner.
• Skill in organization and accuracy.
• Ability to Prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to Train others.
• Ability to Perform data entry, proof-read, edit/compile reports and check work for accuracy.
• Ability to Interpret laws, regulations and policies related to the program.
• Ability to Run reports, analyze data and use it to evaluate program effectiveness, identify problems, propose solutions and implement solutions.
• Ability to Establish and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with public and private providers, other state programs, immunization stakeholders and other community groups.
• Ability to Prepare written reports.
• Ability to Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Ability to Travel.
• Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver’s license, or equivalent license from another state.
• 2 years of work experience in customer service.
• Experience in using computer systems and programs including Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Ability to travel 30%.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer work experience in public health or a related field.
• Prefer experience developing and conducting presentations or trainings.
• Prefer experience with conducting quality assurance.
• Prefer a bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Prefer experience in supervising staff or previous team lead experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and serves as the Immunization Team Lead for program staff in PHR 9/10.
• Oversees the coordination of the Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC)/Adult Safety Net (ASN) program
• Works with Immunization School/Childcare Compliance Coordinator to develop and carry out plans for the completion of population assessments assigned to the region.
• Works with Regional ImmTrac Coordinator to develop and carry out plans to comply with ImmTrac program requirements and plans activities to promote the registry and increase vaccine coverage.
• Works with the Adult Immunization Coordinator to meet program goals and plan activities.
• Assists in monitoring contracts with local health departments.
• Assists with contract on-site review visits to local health departments annually.
• Collaborates in planning and directing the development of education programs and training related to vaccines and vaccine preventable diseases.
• Coordinates education opportunities for stakeholders and the public.
• Leads planning in regional vaccine awareness campaigns.

Benefits

• DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees