Intern

Job Description

About Company

The Local Health Department is a part of the County’s governmental structure. It operates various programs aimed at public health. The Intern position reports under the general supervision of the Local Health Department Manager, indicating a structured environment focused on local community health initiatives. The department handles a range of functions, including communicable disease management, records management, and general public services, emphasizing adherence to established laws and quality standards.

Job Description, Detailed

Job Title: Intern

Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Local Health Department Manager, the Intern performs administrative work to support the County’s Local Health Department programs. This role involves performing a variety of duties across different departmental programs to provide a comprehensive understanding of how a Local Health Department functions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
• Performs general office support and clerical functions for the Local Health Department.
• Responds to telephone inquiries.
• Provides quality customer service to clients/patients visiting the Local Health Department.
• Assists the Communicable Disease Team with educational presentations.
• Assists the Communicable Disease Team with public and provider educational opportunities.
• Follows established records management laws and regulations regarding document destruction and retention.
• Sorts and files forms, reports, correspondence, and related documents.
• Examines letters, forms, documents, and reports for accuracy.
• Operates office machines including personal computer, photocopier, fax machine, multi-line telephone, and calculator.
• Assures the services delivered meet quality and timeliness standards.
• Communicates all changes and problems to supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Must complete HIPPA Certification within the first week of employment.
• Must complete Confidentiality Training within the first week of employment.

General Notes:
The essential functions listed are illustrative only and do not constitute a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.