Vision Program Data & Outreach Assistant (Remote)

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium-free health insurance plan

Public sector defined benefit pension plan

Tax-deferred savings program

Robust Worksite Wellness Program

Work-from-home policy

Job summary

A public health department in New York City seeks a Public Health Assistant to support a vision program for school students. Responsibilities include data entry for medical forms, outreach to families for eye treatment needs, and communication with optometrists. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably one year of experience. Benefits include premium-free health insurance, a public sector pension plan, and a work-from-home policy for eligible roles. New York City residency is generally required within 90 days after appointment.

Qualifications

• A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization.
• Completion of eleventh grade of high school, and one year of full‑time satisfactory experience performing health‑related or clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Review medical forms and enter data into the Automated Student Health Record (ASHR) database daily.
• Conduct outreach to families for students referred for treatment.
• Communicate with community optometrists for additional information.
• Utilize public databases to verify optometrist licensing.
• Mail copies of completed E12 vision forms to school nurses.
• Assist the Follow-up and Eyeglasses Unit with special projects as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of eleventh grade and one year of experience

Job description

A public health department in New York City seeks a Public Health Assistant to support a vision program for school students. Responsibilities include data entry for medical forms, outreach to families for eye treatment needs, and communication with optometrists. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably one year of experience. Benefits include premium-free health insurance, a public sector pension plan, and a work-from-home policy for eligible roles. New York City residency is generally required within 90 days after appointment.