COVID VACCINATOR (Extra-help)

Hourly Salary: $25.00/Hour
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE ONLY
The Fresno County Department of Public Health is currently accepting applications for COVID Vaccinator.
The COVID Vaccinator classification is primarily oriented to giving vaccinations as part of a vaccination team under the supervision of the Department of Public Health. Responsibilities include the administration of immunizing agents and treatment of emergency reactions.
Please note: The eligible list established for this recruitment may be used to fill COVID Vaccinator extra-help positions throughout the county. Temporary (extra-help) employees are paid an hourly rate for actual hours worked, are not entitled to benefits, do no obtain permanent status and serve at the will of the department head.
Positions in this classification are in Medical Group III – Heavy Physical Activity (Personnel Rule 8). This group includes positions which require heavy physical effort using arms, legs, back and trunk in frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing (or offering resistance equivalent to) over 25 pounds. Generally, considerable bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, as well as standing and walking are involved. Physical stamina is usually required and explosive strength using bursts of energy may be required, depending upon specific position assignments.
Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Samples of Duties:The information listed below is meant to serve as samples of job duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. This list is neither inclusive nor exclusive, but indicative of several types of duties performed. Consequently, this information does not reflect Essential Functions for any given position in this classification.

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  Provides basic hygienic and nursing care to clients.
• Performs injections of biological immunizations for pediatric and adult patients.
• Observes and assesses client’s condition and behavior; reports significant changes to the supervisor and/or makes referrals as necessary.
• May complete internal and official immunization records.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of:

• Proper immunization techniques of biological immunizations;
• Medical equipment necessary to administer immunizations and treat emergency reactions;
• Medical terminology and record keeping practices;
• Uses and effects of immunizing agents and prescribed medications.

Skills/Abilities to:

• Administer immunizing agents and medications necessary in the event of an emergency reaction to such agents;
• Identify and be responsive to the health needs of clients;
• Accurately follow both oral and written instructions;
• Organize and prioritize duties and manage time effectively;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with people of various educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds;
• Work effectively under pressure and in difficult or emergency situations;
• Operate a computer in the completion of assignments;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels, as well as with other agencies and the public;
• Demonstrate and maintain a high degree of initiative, maturity, integrity, flexibility, and good judgment.

Minimum Qualifications:License: Any full, active, and unrestricted license or certificate that gives legal authority to administer COVID vaccines. Possession of a valid Class “C” driver’s license, or equivalent, may be required.
TO PREVENT THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE NOTE:

• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for this position by the filing deadline.
• Completed Fresno County employment application is required (must be current, complete, and accurate; amendments will not be allowed after the filing deadline).
• Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.
• A copy of a qualifying full, active, and unrestricted license or certificate giving legal authority to administer COVID vaccines must be submitted with your application or your application will NOT be accepted. Documentation must be provided by the closing date and time of this recruitment. You may either attach a copy to your application; fax a copy to (559) 455-4788, Attn: Salvador Espino; or email it to HREmploymentServices@fresnocountyca.gov.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and filing requirements, applicants may be scheduled for the process listed below:

• Certify without Examination - In instances where the number of eligible candidates is less than or equal to the number of qualified applicants the Department is entitled to receive under Personnel Rule 4212, the competitive examination process will be waived and the names will be certified without an examination.

Successful candidates will be placed on an employment list effective for a minimum of 3 months (may be extended up to an additional 12 months) and certified in final rank order as vacancies occur.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIAL:

• Fresno County Employment Application (must be current, complete, and accurate; amendments to your application will not be allowed after the filing deadline).
• Copy of qualifying license or certificate to administer COVID vaccines.
• Supplemental Questionnaire

Please note: All required application materials must be received online via our website by the closing date and time of this recruitment. Applications submitted via email, U.S. mail, fax or in-person will not be accepted. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications for this recruitment must be submitted online only. An online application may be found at: http://fresnocountyjobs.com

Open Job Information Flyer and click "Apply" to begin online application process. Failure to complete the job application or failure to follow the application instructions may result in the disqualification of the applicant. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline.

Once the filing deadline has passed, you may check the status of the recruitment at any time by logging on to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/fresnoca

Please be advised that it is the applicant's responsibility to notify Fresno County Human Resources of any mailing address and telephone number changes. Notices sent via U.S. Mail from Human Resources are not forwarded ("Return Service" is requested, therefore mail will not be sent to a forwarding address).

The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS - The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination or selection process may contact Human Resources at (559) 600-1830 at least 5 days prior to the scheduled date or deadline. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Senior Human Resources Analyst: Salvador Espino