Immunization Compliance Reviewer - 61120972

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days Annual Leave per year

15 days Sick Leave per year

13 Paid Holidays

Health, dental, vision, long-term disb

Life insurance for employees, spouse,

SC Deferred Compensation

SCRS retirement plan

State ORP retirement plan

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Public Health is seeking an Immunization Site Reviewer to support the Midlands Immunization Program. The role involves disease intervention, epidemiology duties, and immunization activities for vaccine-preventable diseases.

You will engage health care providers, schools, and community partners to ensure program compliance. Under supervision, you will help meet federal and state requirements while contributing to immunization efforts and public health outcomes in

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree; or an associate's degree with two years public health experience; OR a high school degree with three years public health experience.
• Bachelor's degree may be substituted for required program experience.
• Equivalent education/experience considered with HR approval.

Responsibilities

• Perform disease intervention, epidemiology, and immunization duties for vaccine-preventable diseases.
• Represent the immunization program to healthcare providers, schools, and community agencies.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state immunization program requirements.

Skills

Public health experience

Epidemiology

Immunization programs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree + 2 years public health experience

High school diploma + 3 years public health experience

Job description

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Under the supervision of the Midlands Immunization Program Unit Manager, the Immunization Site Reviewer performs disease intervention, epidemiology, and immunization duties for vaccine preventable diseases and for the immunization program in the DPH Midlands. Participates as a member of the DPH Midlands Immunization team to ensure that federal and state requirements of the Immunization Program are met. Effectively represents DPH as a knowledgeable resource for immunizations and vaccine preventable diseases to health care providers, schools, day cares, and other pertinent community agencies.

State Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and relevant program experience.

Agency Additional Requirements:

A bachelor's degree may be substituted for required program experience.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Key Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree; or an associate's degree with two (2) years of public health experience in disease intervention, epidemiology, or immunization programs; OR a high school degree and three (3) years public health experience in disease intervention, epidemiology, or immunization programs.

EEO:

The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN:

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK:

The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.