WIC Clerk - Pediatrics WIC (Spring Branch)

UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. The Pediatrics Department is seeking a WIC Clerk for the Spring Branch location off of Pitner Road. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in English and Spanish. Benefits 100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time totaling approximately 37‑38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service) Retirement/pension plan Employee Wellness Services Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Many more Position Summary To perform a variety of responsible clerical tasks utilizing knowledge of office systems and policies/procedures of WIC. Position Key Accountabilities Greets people as they sign in. Screens the client to determine the purpose of the appointment. Makes future appointments as needed, explains application procedure, and answers questions for applicants who walk in or call to request appointments. Answers and processes telephone calls. Screen and verify WIC participant eligibility using eligibility policies as indicated by federal, state, and local agency guidelines and enter data as appropriate into participants’ electronic medical record. Makes social services referrals as needed. Obtains and documents participant height and weight measurements and/or fingerstick blood samples as necessary, using appropriate procedures and guidelines. Issues food benefits to participants using established procedures. Explains WIC benefits and the correct procedure for redemption of food benefits to new participants. Schedules and coordinates return WIC appointments. Performs other duties as assigned. Certification / Skills None. Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum Experience At least one year of relevant work experience in a setting related to public contact, health care, or social services. Physical Requirements Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally; up to 10 pounds frequently; or a negligible amount continually to move objects. Security Sensitive This position is security‑sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215, Texas Government Code 411.094, Texas Business & Commerce Code 117.001(2), and Texas Government Code 791.4. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, the ability to maintain security or integrity is a minimum qualification. Employees in positions such as this are routinely reviewed for criminal history or connections that might compromise security. Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. #J-18808-Ljbffr UTHealth Houston