Public Health Technician - LTE

Waukesha County's Department of Health & Human Services, Public Health Division - WIC Program is seeking an individual to perform lab procedures such as weights, heights, and capillary blood testing for WIC clients in a busy clinic environment. Abilities needed to successfully fulfill this position include: exceptional customer service skills, ability to read fractions and decimals to interpret measurements, basic office technology, performing general office procedures, alpha-numeric filing skills, ability to multi-task, prepare and maintain participant electronic and paper files, and other duties as assigned. At least one year of experience in working in a clinic or childcare setting is preferred. On the job training will be provided to perform the lab screening tasks specific to the WIC Program.

This position will work an average of 20 hours a week, Monday - Friday with some flexibility in the hours. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred, with translation and interpretation experience desired. Must be willing to cross train for coverage in other areas of the WIC Clinic specific to client enrollment and providing client assistance.

Prior to hiring, the successful candidate will be subject to work/education/certification reference(s) verification, a criminal background and driver's license check, and a Physical Exam.

Under supervision to perform services and support activities related to department's comprehensive public health program in clinics, the community, and other special settings; and perform other duties as required.

1. Conducts public health screenings, such as hearing and vision screening, blood pressure screening, lead and hemoglobin screening, and other selected lab/health screenings in public health, clinics and in the community.
2. Performs age-appropriate height and weight measurements.
3. Plans and schedules screening programs in the community and any other special settings.
4. Performs set-up and take-down of clinic sites, including moving furniture at sites and carrying supplies to and from clinic sites.
5. Teaches volunteers conduct screenings as needed and monitors their activity.
6. Performs follow-up on screening referrals as assigned.
7. Assists public health nurses on home visits as assigned.
8. Collects information needed for immunization determinations according to establish protocols.
9. Maintains current records and completes needed documentation related to health screening and immunization procedures.
10. Performs data entry, data searches, reporting, billing, and other functions using various computer systems.
11. Drives a County vehicle to and from clinic sites and home visits.
12. Maintains supplies necessary for use at clinics, school screenings, and other special programs.
13. Maintains records and logs of agency equipment and performs calibration of scales, blood pressure, and lead screening equipment.
14. Assists in the management and inventory of nursing equipment and audiovisuals.
15. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, school and clinic staff, and the public.
16. Act as a first responder in a natural disaster of any public health, chemical, biological, nuclear, or radiological event.
17. Performs other related duties as may be required.

1. Working knowledge of blood draw procedures, screening techniques, and of the use of scales and other measuring instruments.
2. Working knowledge of the use of computers and computer keyboards.
3. Working knowledge of the practices and procedures of universal precautions.
4. Working knowledge of basic medical terminology.
5. Ability to accurately perform basic mathematical calculations.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, school, and clinic staff, and the public.
7. Ability to effectively interact with sensitivity with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages and lifestyles.
8. Ability to lift 50 pounds and to walk up and down stairs.
9. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
10. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
11. Ability to keep records and make reports, including maintaining the confidentiality of patient information.
12. Ability to respond to a public health outbreak or an emergency government public health disaster situation.
13. Ability to work in an enclosed environment wearing personal protective equipment.

You must meet these minimum Training and Experience requirements:

1. High school graduation or GED equivalency.
2. a. Completion of one approved post secondary school child care/child development course.
   OR
   b. One year of experience in working with children in a group setting.

About Us:
Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves "Is there a better way?"

Location:
Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site cafe and fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.

EEO/AA:
Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities for minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.

For further information visit: https://www.waukeshacounty.gov

The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.