The Vaccine Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating vaccine management activities, including ordering vaccines, ensuring vaccines are stored and handled correctly, vaccine inventory tracking, and staff training. The Vaccine Coordinator ensures proper storage of vaccine in compliance with standards, maintains record keeping and appointment system, and maintains systems to assure high compliance with state regulation. Supervises entry of vaccine and immunization data to ensure compliance with state regulation and prepares reports as needed for the CA State Department of Health
Responsibilities:
Performance Area 1: Vaccine Management (95%)
Ordering vaccines
Overseeing proper receipt and storage of vaccine deliveries
Is present when vaccine is delivered and immediately process it into inventory
Documenting vaccine inventory information and organizing vaccines within storage units
Setting up temperature monitoring devices
Reading and recording storage unit temps a minimum of two times each workday
Reading and recording current minimum/maximum temps from a digital data logger two times each workday
Reviewing and analyzing temperature data at least weekly for any shifts in temperature trends
Performing a physical inventory of all vaccine in stock
Rotating stock at least weekly so vaccine with the earliest expiration dates are used first
Removing expired vaccine from storage units
Responding to out-of-range temperatures (temp excursion)
Maintaining all documentation, such as inventory and temperature logs
Monitoring operation of storage equipment and systems
Overseeing proper vaccine transport (when necessary)
Overseeing emergency preparations, including plans for ensuring safety of vaccine during emergencies
Implementing the written emergency response plan, as necessary
Tracking inclement weather conditions in order be prepared for power outages that might affect vaccine temperature maintenance
Ensuring appropriate handling of vaccines during disaster or power outage
Accounting for doses of returned or transferred vaccines since the last order
Completing and submit daily reports
Manage vaccine Registry Systems
Train staff on vaccine requirements for CA State Department of Health Services
Performance Area 2: Leadership/Management (5%)
Ability to supervise clinic staff including immunization nurses, as needed
Ensuring that any staff who are involved in vaccine handling and administration are properly trained
Assists in the development, review, and revision of vaccine policies, procedures and protocols
Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
Completed LVN training program from an accredited school.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Valid LVN License
Possess a valid Lifesaving Certification (BLS,CPR)
Possess a valid driver's license
PRIOR EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 1 year of experience in a health care setting, preferably in an ambulatory care setting.
SKILLS:
Flexibility and dependability. Attendance is critical.
Skilled in independent decision making
Ability to clearly and comfortably delegate tasks to others
Ability to handle stressful situations and remain calm under pressure
Meticulous attention to detail
Excellent technical and computer skills
Thorough working knowledge of the CDC's guidelines
Willingness to invest time in monitoring changes in a rapidly changing field
The hourly wage range that UHC reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire starts at $33.82 an hour. Our salaries are dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.
In addition, our comprehensive benefits package for regular status employees includes:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with low premium cost