Medical Assistant, Immunization Specialist

Seeking a Medical Assistant, Immunization Specialist, to play a crucial role in managing the immunization programs at the assigned center. This position involves the responsibility of overseeing patient vaccine data, maintaining accurate records, ensuring immunization compliance, and adhering to VFA/VFC guidelines. The Immunization Specialist also supports the development of policies and procedures related to immunization practices.

Bonus:  $6,000 plus benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, vision insurance
• Competitive Pay
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life, Short-term and Long-term disability
• 403(b) plan and company match

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages all patient vaccine data, including updating the Arizona State Immunization Information System (ASIIS), Electronic Health Records (EHR), and external records at each patient visit.
• Prepares available immunization information before patient visits with the provider.
• Stores and administers immunizations according to VFA/VFC guidelines.
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures related to immunization practices.
• Identifies patient immunization requirements based on age-specific needs and protocols.
• Completes appropriate immunization paperwork for record-keeping purposes.
• Facilitates vaccine inventory control at the assigned health center.
• Ensures newly arrived vaccines are entered into the EHR system through file maintenance.
• Acts as a liaison between providers and caregivers.
• Generates reports on patients and contacts them for immunization compliance and updates.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with infection control policies, protocols, and CDC and federal VFA/VFC program guidelines.
• Works flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required.
• Performs vaccine audits for the designated site to meet internal and external deadlines.
• Completes and maintains annual competencies and trainings related to the vaccine program as assigned by the Vaccine Program Manager.
• May perform other clinical duties as needed to support provider and staffing requirements.

Required Minimum Qualifications - Education, Experience, Certificates & Licenses:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Diploma or United States Armed Forces medical service training program required.
• Certified EKG Technician Certification required within 6 months of hire date.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certification required within 6 months of hire date.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.
• 2 years of experience working in a clinical setting required.
• Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Driver's License and Proof of Insurance may be required if requesting mileage reimbursement.

• LPN Nursing Degree preferred.