Vaccine Distribution Technician II
Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corp

Job Info

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Vaccine Distribution Technician II

Bethel, Alaska

The vision: Through Native Self-Determination and Culturally Relevant Health Systems, we strive to be the healthiest people.

At the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) we administer a comprehensive healthcare system throughout 58 rural communities with a mission of Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health.

YKHC serves 58 federally-recognized Tribes and operates 41 Village Clinics. Our five larger communities are served by five Sub-Regional Clinics. All communities in our service area are served by the 55 bed regional hospital in Bethel.

For more information about our hospital or the region please visit
Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation - We Strive to be the Healthiest People (www.ykhc.org)

Position Summary:

This position ensures that all vaccines are properly stored and shipped. This includes maintaining a vaccine inventory and keeping accurate records of orders and distribution, tracking temperature changes at all points in the cold chain, and recognizing and reporting temperatures out of normal range. This person is responsible for submitting vaccine orders monthly to the State of Alaska Epi-Depot based on current inventories collected from various locations. This position records data associated with the various duties.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED or certified CHA/P. Two years college or LPN preferred.
  
• Minimum Experience: Prefer experience in health education and inventory management.
  
• License, Certification, Registration: Valid driver's license required.
  
• Equipment/Tools: Proficiency in MS Office software including WORD, PPT and EXCEL required. Must be able to comfortably use basic office equipment (i.e., computers, multi-line telephone, fax machine, etc). Must be proficient with specific areas related to this position of the State of Alaska electronic database VacTrak with 1 month of hire.
  
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
  
  • LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend detailed instructions.
    
  • MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals required. Basic algebraic skills or experience with Excel formulas required.
    
  • REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply critical thinking to carry out detailed and involved written or oral instructions.
    

Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO - beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Ten paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center

Additional Information:
ID:13955Location:BethelDepartment:Well Child/EPSDT ProgramEmployment Duration:80 Full timeTemporary Status:Not ApplicableHours per Week:40
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.

To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)

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