Vaccine Coordinator

This Position is Contingent on Contract Award. This position is in support of a proposed repatriation initiative.  The purpose of the facilities is to provide comprehensive care for migrant individuals who are awaiting reunification or repatriation.  This care will begin as soon as each occupant arrives at the facility and will last until their arranged departure. The comprehensive care includes but is not limited to initial screening and exams, identifications of prior conditions and allergies, day to day care of routine, urgent and emergency medical conditions.     The Vaccine Coordinator oversees the planning, implementation, and management of vaccine distribution for the program. The Vaccine Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and equitable distribution of vaccines to eligible individuals, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and monitoring vaccine inventory and administration. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to public health efforts and support the community in the fight against infectious diseases. The Vaccine Coordinator is responsible for maintaining compliance with vaccine management including vaccine ordering, inventory and reconciliation, storage and handling, temperature monitoring, transfer of vaccines, administering and managing an emergency plan.  Key Responsibilities:Oversee proper receipt, transport and storage of vaccine shipments.   Ensure Vaccine Information Statement is utilized and updated. Maintain appropriate storage and handling documentation as set by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Maintain storage equipment in compliance with CDC standards and manufacturer’s guidelines.  Maintain records, including Vaccines for Children (VFC) program documentation. Report and return vaccine within 30 days of expiration or spoilage.  Train staff on basic vaccine storage, handling practices annually and when new staff is hired.  Store and label vaccines in the storage unit(s) following CDC guidelines. Keep vaccines organized within the storage unit(s) and inspect storage unit(s) daily.  Check stock weekly and rotate when a shipment arrives so vaccine closest to its expiration date will be used first. Promptly remove expired vaccine from the storage unit(s). Use a digital data logger with a current certificate of calibration for every vaccine storage unit.  Read and document storage unit temperatures a minimum of twice per workday.  Download and review stored temperature monitoring data at least monthly  Immediately respond to any possible temperature excursions. Place vaccine orders, assuring an adequate stock of vaccine without over stocking.  Label private stock separately from your VFC-supplied stock.  Maintain a regular schedule to count vaccine inventory at least once a month.  Complete monthly reconciliations. This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.