Program Assistant - Vaccine Preventable Disease (1 part-time position) at MiddlesexLondon Health Unit
London, ON, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Dec, 25

Salary

25.13

Posted On

12 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Microsoft Office, Disabilities, Panorama, Databases, Supply, Public Health, Access, Communication Skills, French, Customer Service, Database Applications

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

The Middlesex-London Health Unit has an exciting opportunity for a Part-Time Program Assistant to work on the Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) team in the Environmental Health, Infectious Diseases & Clinical Services (EHIDCS) division at our Citi Plaza location, London Ontario.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Manager, VPD, the successful candidate will:

  • Provide administrative support to the VPD team;
  • Maintain a provincial vaccine inventory management database;
  • Maintain a provincial immunization database for school aged immunizations and complete data entry from multiple sources;
  • Utilize the provincial immunization database to prepare for school clinic and immunization screening and suspension programs;
  • Provide clerical support for school and community-based clinics;
  • Assist the public with requests for vaccine information and vaccines, referring to a PHN as appropriate;
  • Co-ordinate vaccine ordering, distribution, and return of provincially funded vaccine with community health care providers;
  • Assist with administrative processes involved in ensuring safe storage and handling and use of vaccines in the community:
  • Maintain inventory and order necessary supplies for programs as needed;
  • Run routine reports, prepare statistical reports, file documents and perform other record keeping;
  • Provide administrative support for the EHIDCS division, as requested;
  • Schedule meetings and take minutes, as required;
  • Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Post-secondary program in administrative studies of at least one year;
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills in providing excellent customer service and working effectively with team members;
  • Demonstrated ability to enter data into databases with a high level of accuracy and speed;
  • Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Office;
  • Ability to balance changing priorities and competing work demands;
  • Skills and experience in supporting teams and managers;
  • Ability to work flexible hours;
  • Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle;
  • Experience in supporting client needs related to immunizations is considered an asset;
  • Experience with Ministry database applications such as Panorama is considered an asset;
  • Experience with supply, distribution and inventory systems is considered an asset;
  • Experience with vulnerable populations and supporting client needs related to Public Health;
  • Demonstrated commitment to contributing to a positive workplace environment;
  • Preferred candidates must have the skills, knowledge and experience needed to work with a diverse workforce and population;
  • Communication proficiency (written and verbal) in French and/or any other languages is highly desirable.
    The hourly rate for this position ranges from $25.13 to $31.73 hourly based on qualifications and experience.
    To apply to this position, please select “Apply Now” and submit a resume and cover letter as a single document by September 25, 2025. Please note new applicants will need to create an online account to apply.
    We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Middlesex-London Health Unit; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
    The Middlesex-London Health Unit is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities including Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Candidates are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their cover letter, in a transparent manner, as part of the application process. When a candidate voluntarily discloses such information in their application, the information will be kept confidential. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking community will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.
    Please see www.healthunit.com for further information about our programs and services. To apply to this position, please submit all applications electronically via our Career Opportunities page. Posting will remain open until filled.
    Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Health Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
    Accommodations are available, upon request, to support potential applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Should you require accommodation, please indicate in your cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs

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Responsibilities
  • Provide administrative support to the VPD team;
  • Maintain a provincial vaccine inventory management database;
  • Maintain a provincial immunization database for school aged immunizations and complete data entry from multiple sources;
  • Utilize the provincial immunization database to prepare for school clinic and immunization screening and suspension programs;
  • Provide clerical support for school and community-based clinics;
  • Assist the public with requests for vaccine information and vaccines, referring to a PHN as appropriate;
  • Co-ordinate vaccine ordering, distribution, and return of provincially funded vaccine with community health care providers;
  • Assist with administrative processes involved in ensuring safe storage and handling and use of vaccines in the community:
  • Maintain inventory and order necessary supplies for programs as needed;
  • Run routine reports, prepare statistical reports, file documents and perform other record keeping;
  • Provide administrative support for the EHIDCS division, as requested;
  • Schedule meetings and take minutes, as required;
  • Perform other duties as assigne
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