School and Childcare Immunization Compliance Coordinator

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Midland, TX

88d • $3,095 - $3,844

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Immunization Program Manager, this position is responsible for public health work in compliance and protection levels in private/public schools and day care centers. Work involves conferring with local health agencies, clinical and school nurses, day-care and head-start directors, individuals and community action groups on the importance of every child in the state to be immunized against vaccine-preventable diseases in accordance with the immunization schedule. This position monitors all private/public schools and day care center reports for public health region 9/10. This position routinely deals with a wide variety of internal and external customers, including but not limited to, social service agencies, public health districts, local health departments, nurses, schools, community service groups and day care centers; educates Independent School Districts on completing annual audit reports and utilizing reminder/recall on ImmTrac2, the Texas Immunization Registry; provides technical assistance and support for the Independent School District nurses, day care and head start directors on ImmTrac2. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver's license, or equivalent license from another state.
• 2 years of experience in customer service.
• Experience in data entry.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer experience in providing training.
• Ability to travel 15%.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and conducts Immunization Record Audits of private/public schools, day care centers and registered homes.
• Develops protocols, procedures and maintains a database for audit assignments.
• Provides guidance interpreting rules, regulations and policies for Immunization Requirements.
• Schedules appointments to conduct audits and coordinates with other agencies to avoid duplication.
• Provides technical support to local health department staff performing audit results.
• Collects data on special forms and prepares parent letters indicating necessary immunizations.
• Maintains communication with customers through calls or correspondence.
• Conducts follow-up audits as needed and prepares audit result reports.
• Educates school districts and private schools on immunization levels and data collection.
• Confers with local health agencies and community groups on immunization importance.
• Conducts education classes for health departments, school nurses, and day care staff.
• Participates in health fairs, surveys, and educational events.

Benefits

• Insurance coverage through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan.
• Other benefits available through the Employee Retirement System of Texas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level