Vaccine Support Specialist

Bellingham WA

Description

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION. If you are interested in applying, please reach out to Shannon Jacoby with Express Professionals by calling 360-734-2457! WHO ARE WE? Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health, and dental care as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing almost 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve. WHAT DO WE VALUE? Here at Unity Care NW, we value: Respect Integrity Accountability Collaboration Innovation We strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours. Vaccine Outreach Specialist Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour Schedule: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm JOB SUMMARY: In response to COVID-19, we have created the new, temporary position of Vaccine Outreach Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for outreach to UCNW patients and other community populations and responding to calls placed to the UCNW Vaccine Hotline. You will also coordinate vaccine appointments based on availability. This position will ensure equitable access to vaccine registration and appointments. WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH: As a Vaccine Outreach Specialist, you will help to lessen the spread of COVID-19. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL: Have a High School Diploma or GED (BA in related field preferred.) Have six months of related experience or training. Possess strong organizational and customer service skills. Have strong verbal and written communication skills. Have the ability to produce work in high quantity and quality. Have the ability to work independently and be self-directed. Possess Excellent general office skills, including basic knowledge of computer and office equipment (fax, photocopier, phone system). Possess proficient keyboarding skills for the ability to input patient data quickly and accurately. Have the ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment with constant public contact, frequent interruptions, and occasional crisis situations. Have the ability to understand and respond effectively and with sensitivity to special population groups, including those defined by race, ethnicity, language, age, gender, sexual orientation, economic standing, & others. THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION. If you are interested in applying, please reach out to Shannon Jacoby with Express Professionals by calling 360-734-2457!