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Omni Family Health

Immunization Coordinator

Omni Family Health, Bakersfield, California, United States, 93399

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Title: Immunization Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Immunization Coordinator has the responsibility to coordinate and direct the immunization program consistent with Advisory Council on Immunization Practices (ACIP), Centers of Disease Control (CD), and the Vaccines for Children Program (VFC) under the direction of the Director of Clinical Effectiveness and/or Chief Medical Officer. The Immunization Coordinator is responsible for all vaccine management activities, including training of all clinical staff at the time hire and as determined by the organization's competency program. This position requires independent judgment and discretionary decision making. Also requires special training, education and certification as outlined below.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Coordinate immunization services in accordance with ACIP, CDC, Omni Family Health, and VFC protocols and procedures. Assure that Vaccines for Children requirements are in compliance. Perform immunization audits and assure that the medical team is in compliance with policies, procedures and program requirements. Communicate with all medical providers individually in a timely manner, to assure that patients receive complete services in accordance with ACIP and VFC guidelines. Train newly hired clinical staff in accordance with policies, procedures, and protocols established by the Omni Family Health. Keep clinical staff updated with immunization requirements to comply with VFC requirements. Collects and assesses report data for Quality Improvement. Assist in initiating and keeping VFC recertification's up-to-date. Coordinates and ensures continual compliance with Joint Commission requirements. Has oversight of ordering, receiving and storing of vaccines for all centers of Omni Family Health. Monitors refrigerator and freezer temperatures. Perform traditional back office/nursing duties as needed. Assist in planning and implementing immunization quality improvement programs, guidelines and protocols. Participate in community functions as appropriate. Train and ensure competency of the Medical Assistants. Ensures the department provides cohesive support to the mission, vision, and core values while delivering superior customer service. Works closely with all corporate branches, divisions, and/or departments in accordance with Omni's policies and procedures. Other duties and/or responsibilities as the (CI) may be assign from time to time. Some travel may be required. Additional Duties:

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance: Responsible for maintaining abreast of and in compliance with all HIPAA regulations and requirements. Compliance: Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QA/QI): Participates as required in QA/QI activities and contributes towards the overall quality improvement initiatives of the organization. Information Technology (IT): May be required to learn and use the electronic health record and its components as required by the job functions and highlighted in the policies and procedures. These components include NextGen, Practice Management System (PMS), Quality Systems Inc. (QSI), and other electronic features as they are developed and implemented, as applicable to work environment. Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH): All employees will participate in PCMH at Omni Family Health. Audits: Contributes to required Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Operational Site Visit (OSV), The Joint Commission (JC), and other audits events. Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED certification. Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Current and valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the State of California. Current and valid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Five (5) years of experience in public health nursing, immunization programs, or related field, preferably within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or similar healthcare setting. Must possess knowledge through practical experience and/or formal training in the following areas: Clinical Practices Community Health Joint Commission Managed Care Maternal and Child Health Patient Centered Medical Home Preventative Care Guidelines Pediatrics Public Health Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Service Commitments:

Must be alert and respect confidentiality of information of all types "general personnel, and/or patient related information." Promotes and believes in Omni Family Health mission. Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religious and economic status.

Responsible To:

Director of Clinical Effectiveness

Classification:

Exempt