Field-Based Regional Immunization Consultant - NE Ohio
- Full-Time
- Ohio
- State Of Ohio Jobs
- Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Field-Based Regional Immunization Consultant - NE Ohio
(210008QS) Job DutiesAdvancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans
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HANDS-ON, HEAD FIRST, HEALTH FORWARD
Do you have a talent for reaching and educating others?
Are you self-motivated, but thrive on interaction and relationship-building?
Does your drive to fight disease and improve public health feel bigger than the box it’s in?
If you’re an experienced health educator (see MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS below) with working knowledge of program assessment and grant/budget management, AND a knack for creating buy-in, then this might be the opportunity for you! As a regional, field-based Immunization Consultant (classification: Public Health Consultant), you’ll be the face and – as subject-matter expert - the brain of our immunization and vaccination programs for physicians, health care facilities, schools, faith-based organizations, community groups…. in other words, just about anyone who has a stake in improving health outcomes.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
- This job is identical to the two IMMUNIZATION CONSULTANT - NE OHIO jobs previously posted (PNs 20013556 & 20013701). Same job, same pay/benefits, same territory.
- If you applied to that posting, we STRONGLY encourage you to apply here, too - WHETHER OR NOT you've been contacted to interview for the first two.
- We cannot consider applications from other postings, even for identical jobs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Immunization Consultant travels (see UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS, below) throughout assigned region as consultant for all aspects of the Immunization Program, including Vaccines for Children (VFC) and Assessment Feedback Incentives Exchange (AFIX):
monitors health status (e.g., public immunization clinic activity and performance, Immunization Action Plan [IAP] sub-grant activity and performance, VFC program requirements) to identify community health problems
provides health education to new private physicians about current immunization information and procedures to reinforce health promotion programs and messages
assists private and public immunization providers in planning/assessment of solutions to public health problems/issues (e.g., schedules and procedures for childhood, adolescent and adult immunization practices, indications and contraindications, barriers to timely vaccinations, policies regarding advised consent for permission to immunize, interpretation of Ohio Revised Code [ORC] and Ohio Department of Health [ODH] immunization recommendations and requirements, exclusion and exemption policies for schools and day care facilities, adverse event coordination) to promote change in public health practice
provides technical assistance (e.g., on-site visits, telephone contacts) to health departments, schools, day care facilities, physicians, nurses, hospitals, community clinics and the general public to reduce health risk
promotes better health through public health services by ensuring timely immunization administration (e.g., assists immunization providers with the development and maintenance of record systems, reminder and recall efforts, computerized assessment techniques for clinics and larger populations and the handling and storage of vaccines according to current standards and package insert requirements; provides corrective action for all immunization providers regarding compliance with federal requirements for the VFC program; provides technical assistance to IAP grantees regarding linkages with WIC programs, registry development and partnership development)
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
identifies health risks and determines public health service needs of the Immunization Program, IAP grant activity and VFC program using spreadsheet, database and word processing software applications (e.g., disease registries, geographic information systems, social marketing strategies); obtains and evaluates information from detailed lists of physician activity using online databases to determine appropriate community assets and resources that support the local public health system
assists program management in the development of policy, codes, regulations and legislation to protect the health of the public and to guide statewide immunization initiatives, VFC planning and policy implementation statewide
tracks measurable health objectives
develops proper outbreak control procedures
assists the assessment coordinator in developing and executing various assessments of immunization related outcomes and activities (e.g., assessments of current immunization levels)
investigates outbreaks of childhood vaccine preventable diseases
prepares and maintains required records and reports (e.g., status of all reviews performed, documents of compliance issues observed, follow-up plans to ensure that the provider complies with all recommendations)
develops and coordinates health information, health education and health promotion activities designed to reduce the incidence of vaccine-preventable diseases and promote uptake of immunizations in Ohio’s communities
facilitates partnerships with various communities (e.g., schools, faith-based communities, work sites, personal care providers) to implement and reinforce health promotion programs and information
assesses training needs and develops and delivers training
assists in preparing grant applications (e.g., projects/summarizes objectives, activities, evaluation process, education, tracking and follow-up activities) and/or monitors and evaluates spending and assists in preparing or prepares budget estimates
reviews and approves contract invoices
develops new and/or reviews/revises existing service contracts
reviews grant applications to determine appropriateness for funding
schedules, coordinates and/or chairs grant review process
develops request for proposal (RFP) and announcement of availability of funding to interested providers
recommends approval/disapproval of grant requests or budget revisions for local projects
writes conditions of grant funding
provides technical assistance to stakeholders (e.g., attends/facilitates meetings; reviews and responds to complaints and/or inquiries from health care professionals, program participants, government officials and the public)
develops survey and evaluation plans to assess program/project outcomes
coordinates distribution of newsletters and/or prepares articles for inclusion in newsletters
conducts research/literature reviews and/or attends training, seminars and conferences to keep abreast of trends and legislative changes and other developments affecting assigned area(s) of expertise and to expand knowledge and acquire/expand skills
operates personal computer to enter and retrieve data and/or generate documents
provides work direction and/or training to other employees assigned to work on given project/program
as assigned, serves as a member of a Disaster Recovery/Business Resumption team, Incident Response Team, or similar public health response team which may include the conduct of operations on a 24/7 basis at remote locations
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel (est. 80% of the time, or 3-4 days/week, once onboarded and trained)
MINIMUM CLASS QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
OPTION 1
Completion of GRADUATE core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; AND
SIX (6) MONTHS experience in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting (e.g., program evaluations; working with grants; developing and presenting training programs; facilitating and working collaboratively with coalitions or groups); AND
Must be able to provide own transportation
OR
OPTION 2
Completion of UNDERGRADUATE core coursework in public health, health care, health administration or related field; AND
EIGHTEEN (18) MONTHS experience in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting (e.g., program evaluations; working with grants; developing and presenting training programs; facilitating and working collaboratively with coalitions or groups); AND
Must be able to provide own transportation
OR
OPTION 3
- Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
Bachelors or advanced degree in public health, health care, health administration or related field
Coursework in public health field or health education
Experience working with immunizations or other public health field
Experience facilitating or coordinating meetings and/or trainings
Experience facilitating a committee or coalition
Experience developing and presenting training or public speaking
Experience providing technical assistance or educational consultation
Experience in monitoring/administering local sub-grants or contracts
Experience evaluating project outcomes
Experience with computer software (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within 5 working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.
Background Check Information
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.