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Clinical Workers must be 18 years or
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POST-VACCINATION OBSERVER - MEDICAL |
Description: |
Medically trained personnel who will
respond to medical emergencies that might
occur within the clinic area until the
Emergency Medical System can assume
patient care. They will contact EMS and
provide initial patient management of
adverse vaccine reactions including
anaphylaxis and other potentially life
threatening medical emergencies. |
Qualifications: |
Must have a current Colorado license
in good standing for MD, DO, Medical
Resident, Paramedic, or RN with emergency
anaphylaxis training. Must have expertise
in responding to and handling medical
emergencies and the initial management of
vaccine reactions including anaphylaxis
and other potentially life threatening
medical emergencies. An emergency kit
containing epinephrine and diphenhydramine,
bag/mask and oropharyngeal airways will be
available.
- Medical Observers will be expected
to review on-line orientation and
training materials posted on the
Training
link on the sidebar prior to their first
shift.
- Optional skills refresher training
will be provided. See the
Training
link on the sidebar for more
information.
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SCREENER –
MEDICAL |
Description: |
Will answer medical questions for
those members of the public whose
questions could not be answered by General
Screeners. May also be asked to assess
persons who may have contra-indications or
precautions to vaccination based on
initial screening responses. |
Qualifications: |
Currently or formerly licensed RN, LPN,
MD, or DO who is well versed in principles
of vaccination, influenza vaccine types,
indications, contraindications,
precautions, risks and risk-benefit
analysis.
- Medical Screeners will be expected
to review on-line orientation and
training materials posted on the
Training
link on the sidebar prior to their first
shift.
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VACCINATOR
– ALL AGES (AGES 6 MONTHS TO OLDER) |
Description: |
Will determine appropriate vaccine
type and dose volume appropriate for each
client. Will administer IM or intranasal
H1N1 vaccine per standard protocol. Will
dispose of sharps in appropriate
receptacle. Is able to recognize, respond
to, and alert emergency medical personnel
of possible pos- vaccination reactions.
Should be able to switch functions with
vaccine preparers as part of a two person
team.
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Qualifications: |
Must have a current Colorado
license in good standing for RN, LPN, MD,
DO, Pharmacist with Certificate of
Immunization Training, Paramedic, or EMT-Intermediate.
- Vaccinators will be expected to
review on-line orientation and training
materials posted on the
Training
link on the sidebar prior to their first
shift.
- Optional skills refresher training
will be provided. See the
Training
link on the sidebar for more
information.
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VACCINATOR
– AGES 10 YEARS AND OLDER |
Description: |
Will determine appropriate vaccine
type and dose volume appropriate for each
client. Will administer IM or intranasal
H1N1 vaccine per standard protocol. Will
dispose of sharps in appropriate
receptacle. Is able to recognize, respond
to and alert emergency medical personnel
of possible post vaccination reactions.
Should be able to switch functions with
vaccine preparers as part of a two person
team.
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Qualifications: |
Must have a current Colorado license in
good standing for RN, LPN, MD, DO,
Pharmacist with Certificate of
Immunization Training, Paramedic, or
EMT-Intermediate.
- Vaccinators will be expected to
review on-line orientation and training
materials posted on the
Training
link on the sidebar prior to their first
shift.
- Optional skills refresher training
will be provided. See the
Training
link on the sidebar for more
information.
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VACCINATOR
– RELIEF |
Description: |
Will provide coverage of vaccination
positions so that other workers can take
breaks. Will determine appropriate vaccine
type and dose volume appropriate for each
client. Will administer IM or intranasal
H1N1 vaccine per standard protocol. Will
dispose of sharps in appropriate
receptacle. Is able to recognize, respond
to and alert emergency medical personnel
of possible post vaccination reactions.
Should be able to switch functions with
vaccine preparers as part of a two-person
team.
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Qualifications: |
Must have a current Colorado license in
good standing for RN, LPN, MD, DO,
Pharmacist with Certificate of
Immunization Training, Paramedic, or
EMT-Intermediate.
- Vaccinators will be expected to
review on-line orientation and training
materials posted on the
Training
link on the sidebar prior to their first
shift.
- Optional skills refresher training
will be provided. See the
Training
link on the sidebar for more
information.
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POSITION
DESCRIPTIONS: NON CLINICAL |
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CLINIC
WORKER CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT |
Description: |
Will assist clinic workers throughout
the check-in and check-out process. Is
responsible for checking workers in and
out, directing workers to appropriate work
areas and/or leads, distribute and collect
name badges, collect signed worker
liability waivers from each person, record
proof of licensure or certifications for
medical positions, assist with set-up or
clean-up of worker registration area |
Qualifications: |
Good listening and communication
skills. Ability to be trained on tasks and
responsibilities. Able to do some lifting.
Able to follow instructions. Ability to
move and think quickly to ensure quick
efficient check-in/out process |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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CUSTODIAL
STAFF |
Description: |
Assigned to clinics to be on general
clean-up crews operating throughout
facility (exception being clinic floor
space). Will work cooperatively with Set
Up & Support staff. Will be "On-call” to
deal with vomit, blood concerns. |
Qualifications: |
Must be familiar with blood-borne
pathogen rules to avoid contamination with
body fluids. Understand cleaning &
disinfecting procedures. Bending & lifting
required. Will be on feet throughout
shift. Early morning/late night work may
be required. No open-toed shoes permitted
in work area. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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FOOD SERVICE |
Description: |
Serve food and beverages for clinic
staff, keep food replenished, clean-up
space, follow basic food safety and
sanitation rules. At some clinics there
may be a need to pick-up and deliver food
items. |
Qualifications: |
In good health and physically able to
bend and lift up to 25 pounds, stand and
walk for extended periods of time, follow
basic food service and sanitation rules. A
car, drivers license and valid insurance
desired but not required. Must be age 14
or older. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
Yes |
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INTERPRETER – SPANISH/ENGLISH |
Description: |
Interpret clinical and instructional
information for patients who request
English/Spanish interpretation. Maintain
confidentiality regarding information that
is interpreted on behalf of patients. |
Qualifications: |
Able to follow directions and
communicate instructions and directions in
English and Spanish as needed. Able to
stand on feet or walk for extended periods
of time. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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INVENTORY
STAFF |
Description: |
Assigned to warehouse, assists with
receiving products from vendor, place into
storage, retrieve, repackage and
redistribute supplies to clinic locations.
Assist at clinic location with set-up &
supply operations. Maintain inventory
data. |
Qualifications: |
Able to follow directions and
communicate instructions and directions to
others verbally. Able to stand on feet or
walk for extended periods of time.: Able
to lift 50 lbs. Bending & lifting
required. On feet throughout shift. Early
morning / late night work – may be
required. Can operate pallet jacks.
Forklift experience may be warranted. Can
apply stretch wrap around pallets. Use of
box cutters. No open-toed shoes permitted
in work area. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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PATIENT
FLOW / MOVEMENT |
Description: |
Will direct or escort patients from
one station to another and provide
instructions or directions as needed. They
will make sure that patient traffic moves
efficiently and smoothly from one station
to another and will respond to the needs
or questions of patients. |
Qualifications: |
Able to follow directions and
communicate instructions and directions to
others verbally. Able to stand on feet or
walk for extended periods of time. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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PATIENT
REGISTRATION CLERK |
Description: |
Will work with individuals arriving at
clinics to input basic information into a
computer. Will print information forms to
designated printers and then direct
individual to their next station. |
Qualifications: |
Able to communicate clearly verbally
and read written documents. Able to follow
directions and communicate instructions
and directions to others. Must be able to
use a computer and printer. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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POST-VACCINATION OBSERVER – NON-MEDICAL |
Description: |
Will assist individuals who have minor
complaints after receiving H1N1
vaccinations. This may include assisting
people to a chair or cot in the
observation area, providing refreshments
to those who are feeling light-headed or
faint, or bringing a basin to people
complaining of nausea. Will observe these
individuals for any changes in their
status and will immediately notify a
medical team member of any adverse changes
in patient status. |
Qualifications: |
Able to stand for long periods of
time. Able to lift up to 25 pounds. Able
to assist individuals with minor medical
issues, such as nausea or vomiting. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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SCREENER -
GENERAL |
Description: |
Screen members of the public (who have
all registered online) by ensuring they
have filled out the screening
questionnaire, received the VIS, and
signed the consent form. Answer basic
questions. Refer individuals to either the
vaccination area or the Medical Screener. |
Qualifications: |
Able to communicate clearly verbally
and read written documents. After
receiving basic training, will be able to
match written or verbal
criteria/guidelines with eligibility
requirements and answer simple questions. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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SET-UP AND
SUPPORT STAFF |
Description: |
Assist with clinic set-up and
breakdown, stocking immunization supplies
during clinic operations, transfer solid
waste and medical waste generated at the
clinic to centralized containers, and help
estimate inventory needs for clinics the
next day. |
Qualifications: |
Able to lift 50 pounds. Able to
stand/walk for extended periods. No
open-toed shoes (tennis shoes are
acceptable). |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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TRANSPORTATION FLOW MONITOR |
Description: |
Monitor patient volume at park and
rides and clinic locations. Communicate
the bus schedule with the public onsite.
Communicate observed onsite demand with
Transport Section Leader. (Currently
needed at three sites: Central Loveland,
Central Fort Collins, and The Ranch) |
Qualifications: |
Able to use handheld radio (800 MHz),
able to stand or sit greater than 6 hours.
Be able to handle cold outdoor weather. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
No |
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YOUTH
ACTIVITY STAFF |
Description: |
Distribute child diversion activities
to child-patients. |
Qualifications: |
Must be age 14 and older and must be
good with children. |
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Youth Appropriate? |
Yes |
