Data Certification Specialist Mercy Health WIC Office Warren

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

Data Certification Specialist

32 hr. Full-Time Days

I. Determines and verifies categorical residential and economical eligibility for all potential WIC participants at certification and recertification visits. Reviews application for proper completion.

Verifies participants categorical (WIC) eligibility geographical eligibility and identification according to Federal State and Local WIC Guidelines on WIC application and documents ID number of participants charts. Verifies participants income according to Federal State and Local WIC Guidelines on application. Enters and saves data from WIC application and referral source on appropriate screens within the computer system. Maintains group relationship with family members and documents on participants chart. Completes ineligibility letter if residential categorical and/or economic criteria is not met.

II. Obtains health assessment data for WIC certification.

Acquires WIC Participants height weight bloodwork E.D.D. (if applicable in accordance with Federal State and Local WIC Guidelines). Follows correct procedures for procuring bloodwork in accordance with OSHA guidelines and BSMH Infection Control Policies. Checks and records microcuvette control daily. Follows correct procedures for procuring height and weight measurements in accordance with WIC Policy and Procedure Manual. Captures enters and saves health data on appropriate screens within the WIC system. Transcribes health assessment data onto Health Assessment form. Verifies/assists completion of the Health Assessment forms according to Federal State and local WIC Guidelines.

III. Explains the WIC Program to all potential WIC participants (funding source criteria for participation and service provided).

Reads/reviews the Trumbull County WIC Program instructions to all new/reinstated WIC participants. Explains vendor system.

JOB ACCOUNTABLITIES: OTHER

I. Responsible for clinic/clerical office duties.

A. Maintains inventory of clinic supplies: bandages hem cuvettes soft touch tips gauze monolete towels and cleaning supplies monthly and informs appropriate staff when needed.

B. Files WIC charts and other documents as needed.

C. Completes WIC reminder cards for assigned days and mails within two weeks of scheduled appointments.

D. Shows effective use of equipment and materials.

E. Maintains cleanliness of work environment by cleaning/disinfect equipment/work surfaces daily. (recording daily cleaning on log)

F. Cross trained in all duties pertaining to clerk/receptionist.

II. Completes BSMH/WIC trainings/inservices as assigned.

III. Performs other duties and assigned by WIC Program Manager.

EDUCATION

High School diploma or GED required. Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate or equivalent preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Six months to one year in clinic/clerical setting required. Clinical work which demonstrates ability to handle a busy workload; varied office equipment and different personalities.

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .