Vaccine Coordinator

Crusader Community Health • Rockford Township, IL

3h • $19 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Crusader Community Health is seeking a detail‑oriented, mission‑driven Vaccine Coordinator to oversee and support our organization’s vaccine program across all clinical sites. This role ensures safe, compliant, and efficient vaccine management while contributing to high‑quality patient care in our community. The Vaccine Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining vaccine integrity, ensuring compliance with CDC, IDPH, VFC, and Joint Commission standards, and supporting clinical teams in delivering safe immunization services. This position oversees vaccine ordering, storage, handling, inventory, temperature monitoring, and staff training.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Current CPR certification required
• Understanding of VFC Program, ICARE, CDC vaccine guidance, and cold chain management
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards
• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneNote)
• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain professionalism, and work independently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to travel between locations

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in vaccine management, immunization programs, ambulatory care, public health, or VFC administration preferred
• Experience with electronic medical records and ICARE preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between clinical teams and the Director of Clinical Operations for all vaccine initiatives.
• Oversee vaccine ordering, inventory reconciliation, and utilization to maintain adequate supply and minimize waste.
• Maintain VFC enrollment requirements and ensure audit readiness.
• Coordinate staff training, competency validation, and quality improvement efforts related to immunizations.
• Ensure proper receipt, storage, and organization of VFC and privately purchased vaccines.
• Monitor and analyze temperature logs, digital data logger reports, and storage unit performance.
• Respond to temperature excursions and coordinate reporting with VFC and vaccine manufacturers.
• Track and report vaccine-related errors through the SafetyZone platform.
• Support emergency preparedness and cold chain management during power outages or disasters.
• Rotate stock, remove expired vaccines, and report waste as required.
• Travel between clinical sites as needed.

Benefits

• You’ll be part of a mission‑driven organization dedicated to improving community health through compassionate, high‑quality care. Your work will directly support safe vaccine delivery and public health outcomes across our service area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED