Program Assistant - Vaccine Preventable Disease (1 temporary part-time position until March 2027)

Middlesex-London Health Unit•London, ON

10d•CA$26 - CA$34•Onsite

About The Position

The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for a temporary part-time Program Assistant to fill an existing vacancy until March 2027 on the Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) team in the Environmental Health, Infectious Diseases & Clinical Services (EHIDCS) division at our Citi Plaza location, London Ontario.

Requirements

Post-secondary program in administrative studies of at least one year
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in providing excellent customer service and working effectively with team members
Demonstrated ability to enter data into databases with a high level of accuracy and speed
Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Office
Ability to balance changing priorities and competing work demands
Skills and experience in supporting teams and managers
Ability to work flexible hours
Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle
Demonstrated commitment to contributing to a positive workplace environment
Candidates must have the skills, knowledge and experience needed to work with a diverse workforce and population

Nice To Haves

Experience in supporting client needs related to immunizations is considered an asset
Experience with Ministry database applications such as Panorama is considered an asset
Experience with supply, distribution and inventory systems is considered an asset
Experience with vulnerable populations and supporting client needs related to Public Health
Communication proficiency (written and verbal) in French and/or any other languages is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the VPD team
Maintain a provincial vaccine inventory management database
Maintain a provincial immunization database for school aged immunizations and complete data entry from multiple sources
Utilize the provincial immunization database to prepare for school clinic and immunization screening and suspension programs
Provide clerical support for school and community-based clinics
Assist the public with requests for vaccine information and vaccines, referring to a PHN as appropriate
Co-ordinate vaccine ordering, distribution, and return of provincially funded vaccine with community health care providers
Assist with administrative processes involved in ensuring safe storage and handling and use of vaccines in the community
Maintain inventory and order necessary supplies for programs as needed
Run routine reports, prepare statistical reports, file documents and perform other record keeping
Provide administrative support for the EHIDCS division, as requested
Schedule meetings and take minutes, as required
Perform other duties as assigned