What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Educator-B position at State of New Mexico?
18.34 - $29.34 Hourly
38,140 - $61,024 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 55
Posting Details
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
The New Mexico Department of Health is committed to providing population-based health services to assure the health and wellbeing of all New Mexicans. This position is responsible for supporting the Northeast Region of New Mexico and assuring appropriate and quality vaccination services are provided for the population.
Why does the job exist?
The Health Educator is responsible for the clinical vaccine prevention and management initiative for the NE Region and will ensure adherence to statewide Immunization Program Protocols.
How does it get done?
The Health Educator is responsible for the clinical vaccine prevention and management initiative for the NE Region and will ensure adherence to statewide Immunization Program Protocols. The Health Educator is responsible for quality assurance, training, providing clinical information and direction, and expertise for all the Vaccine for Children (VFC) providers in the Northeast Region. The Health Educator works as part of an immunization team to assure appropriate administration of vaccines for children and adults within the NE Region.
Who are the customers?
The population of the New Mexico and specially the population of the Northeast Region (Colfax, Guadalupe, Harding, Los Alamos, Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel, Santa Fe, Taos and Union counties) who might otherwise not have access to services. The Health Educator supports immunizations providers internal to New Mexico Department of Health as well as private providers and other public providers in the NE Region.
Ideal Candidate
Strong critical thinking skills, strong organizational skills, ability to work autonomously as well as a part of a team, and the ability to think independently and problem solve.
Minimum Qualification
High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience in a health related field. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and / or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Successful completion of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability ACT (HIPAA) course. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certification from the State of New Mexico, or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Primary work site is the Santa Fe Public Health Office wich is based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Must be able to to lift up to 30 pounds, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and sit for periods of time. Must be able to travel / drive for extended periods throughout the region on occasion. Must be able to speak, hear and see. Work is usually performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual / Video Display Terminal and extensive telephone usage and direct client contact. Assist with outreach activities in the community on occasion, to include vaccine outreach as needed.
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Agency Contact Information : Tomasita Sedillo 505-476-2671 Email
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Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms / conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
Salary : $38,140 - $61,024
