WIC Clerk
WIC Clerk
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Job Description
The clerk works with other WIC staff to provide timely and accurate WIC services. WIC offers lowincome families nutrition education screenings and referrals breastfeeding support and healthy foods. The clerk is responsible for obtaining documentation from WIC participants explaining the requirements and benefits of the program supplying clients with food benefits scheduling appointments and obtaining accurate anthropometric and lab data; as well as performing related clerical support activities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Greet clients parents guardians and visitors in a polite prompt and helpful manner creating a client and childfriendly environment.
- Promotes breastfeeding as preferred infant feeding method.
- Explain WIC services to clients.
- Complete client screen and appointment intake.
- Inform staff of client arrivals.
- Schedule appointments aligning with WICs policies and procedures.
- Complete KWIC Training Modules based on job duties
- Create verify and update client information in KWIC.
- Document all client interactions in KWIC.
- Explain procedure for collecting measurements to clients.
- Collect height weight and blood work data and document in KWIC.
- Assist certifiers in nutrition education development activities and outreach.
- Order and maintain equipment and supplies.
- Assist with the issuing and security for electronic WIC cards.
- Assists or conducts lowrisk nutrition education appointments or classes from lessons approved by the dietitian.
- Assist in tracking clients attending lowrisk nutrition education appointments and classes.
- Calibrate equipment per manufactures recommendations.
- Distribute appointment and missedappointment letters.
- Adjust the flow sheet as needed during appointments.
- Provide breastfeeding counseling promotion and support as appropriate.
- Master a multiline phone system and address phone calls/
- Assist clients as necessary/
- Arranges for transportation when necessary by calling taxis or family members.
- Maintain a clean and orderly waiting area including reading material.
- Maintain strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
- Assist other staff members with their duties as workload dictates.
- Complete annual civil rights training.
- Complete quarterly time studies.
- Other duties as assigned.
The preceding list of essential functions and major responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
- 12 years experience in clinic setting.
- CPR certification for Health Care Providers required. May obtain within 90 days of employment.
- Front Desk/Reception experience preferred.
Join our team at Konza Prairie Community Health Center and experience a workplace that truly values your wellbeing. We take pride in offering a comprehensive range of employee benefits designed to support your health financial security and worklife balance. Heres what you can expect:
- Medical Dental and Vision Coverage: Take advantage of our robust health plans to ensure you and your familys wellbeing.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO accrual of up to 7.71 hours per pay period for a healthy worklife balance.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: Secure your financial future with our retirement savings plan complemented by employer contributions.
- Employee Discounts: Insured employees and their immediate family members can enjoy exclusive discounts when utilizing Konzas inhouse medical dental and pharmacy services.
- Early Friday Closure: Konza clinics close at 2 pm every Friday allowing you to kick off your weekend early.
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At Konza we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusivity. We believe in the power of different perspectives backgrounds and experiences to drive innovation and success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Employment Type
Full-Time
