Medical Assistant - Vaccine Compliance

Job Responsibilities

• Perform VFC site visits to healthcare clinics in Region 1
• Participates in strategies to increase utilization of vaccines
• Works collaboratively in community efforts to promote policies and action plans to improve vaccine rates
• Provide basic immunization information/education
• Document vaccinations in agency electronic health record and/or state immunization registry
• Participate in off-site vaccination clinics in the community including regularly scheduled and seasonal clinics
• Participate in community events such as health fairs to promote increased rates of immunization
• Assist with mobile site set-up and tear-down
• Room patients, including performing and recording patient vital signs, reviewing demographics, allergies and medication ordered.
• Performing aseptic procedures, such as cleaning and disinfecting equipment, using sterile equipment, and practicing standard precautions
• Preparing and assisting PHNs or ARNP in sterile procedures
• Administer intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, performed under the standing orders of the ARNP or Health Officer
• Inform patient on medication and/or vaccination indication and possible side effects
• Observing and reporting patients’ signs or symptoms after treatment
• Provide basic immunization information
• Schedule clinic appointments for follow-up treatment and immunizations
• Clean, stock and set up patient examination rooms
• May assist with ordering, inventory, monitor, and maintain clinical and laboratory supplies
• Participate in quality improvement and quality assurance activities as appropriate
• Transport biologicals, sharps, and other required supplies in a safe and secure manner.
• Clean, sanitize, and disinfect work areas, tools, etc.
• Maintain medication and vaccination records and ensure that client records are kept secure and confidential and maintained consistent with SCHD policies, procedures, and HIPAA standards. Educate clients and families on their rights as related to privacy of medical information.
• Participates in and supports emergency preparedness and response activities, including preparedness for the division, agency, and community.
• Collaborate with clinical and VPD team members to maintain VFC immunization program activities

• Perform other related duties as requested by Program Supervisor or Administration.

• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Ability to support the Heath Department and county’s mission, vision, and organizational goals.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures; health care maintenance and prevention
• Knowledge of human systems, including anatomy, physiology, biology, human growth, and development; behaviors and practices to achieve and maintain good health; health and social services resources; occupational hazards and safety procedures
• Knowledge of state and federal guidelines for laboratories, biohazards, laboratory specimen collection and handling;
  Health Care Assistant WAC certification requirements at all levels
• Knowledge of common computer software programs and skill in using a computer
• Knowledge of and skill in administrative support practices and procedures; medical record-keeping procedures; using current computer software including clinical practice management systems
• Communication skills (oral and written) including the ability to read, write and converse in the English language
• Clinical procedure and laboratory skills (vary by clinical assignment)
• Skill in basic math, analyzing, assessing, problem solving and client interviewing
• Skill in working with racial, ethnically, and socio-economically diverse populations; working as a part of a multidisciplinary team
• Skill in performing several tasks simultaneously; meeting deadlines and working under time constraints
• Experience administering vaccines to adults and children

Skills for the position may be gained through education, certification, relevant job experience or a combination, such as:

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant – Certified program;
  State of Washington Medical Assistant - Certified License.
• Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers
• CPR/AED certification, preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year working as a Medical Assistant, preferred

• A valid Medical Assistant accreditation.
• Successful completion of a background check pursuant to RCW 43.43.830.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s license or ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of hire and a driving record which meets the requirements of Snohomish County’s insurance carrier.