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Wayne Health

Pharmacy Technician

Detroit, MI · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

Manage medication inventory to prepare for distribution on Mobile Health Unit vans * Verify medication receipt and distribution in an accurate and timely manner according to defined protocols

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How much do mobile health unit jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for mobile health unit in the United States is $22.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mobile health unit?

Mobile Health Units are specially equipped vehicles or teams that travel to communities to provide healthcare services directly to people who may have limited access to traditional medical facilities. These units can offer a range of services, such as primary care, screenings, vaccinations, health education, and sometimes specialty care. They play a vital role in reaching underserved populations, improving access to health care in rural or remote areas, and responding to public health emergencies. Mobile Health Units are typically staffed by healthcare professionals like doctors, nurses, and community health workers. Their flexibility and mobility make them an important part of public health outreach.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a mobile health unit and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Mobile Health Units often encounter challenges such as adapting to different community environments, managing limited resources, and efficiently coordinating with off-site healthcare teams. Flexibility and strong problem-solving skills are essential, as each location may have unique logistical and patient care needs. Building strong communication channels with both the mobile team and local partners helps ensure smooth operations and continuity of care. Additionally, ongoing training in mobile healthcare best practices and leveraging technology for remote collaboration can help overcome these challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mobile health unit nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mobile Health Unit Nurse, you need a background in nursing or allied health, with credentials such as RN or EMT certification and clinical experience in community or public health settings. Familiarity with portable medical equipment, electronic health records (EHRs), and telehealth technology is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity help you build trust with diverse populations and respond to rapidly changing environments. These skills are crucial for delivering quality care on the move, addressing health disparities, and managing the unique challenges of mobile healthcare delivery.

What is the difference between Mobile Health Unit vs Mobile Clinic?

AspectMobile Health UnitMobile Clinic
CredentialsVaries; often includes healthcare providers, nurses, or techniciansSimilar; healthcare professionals, nurses, or technicians
Work EnvironmentTransported to various locations, providing on-site healthcare servicesTypically mobile, serving communities at different sites
Employer & IndustryHospitals, public health agencies, nonprofitsHealthcare providers, community health organizations
Usage & Search IntentUsed interchangeably; both refer to mobile healthcare servicesSimilar; often compared for service scope and mobility features

Both Mobile Health Units and Mobile Clinics are mobile healthcare services that bring medical care directly to communities. While the terms are often used interchangeably, Mobile Health Units may emphasize the vehicle or equipment used, whereas Mobile Clinics focus on the clinic's operational aspect. Both serve to improve access to healthcare in underserved areas and are employed by similar organizations.

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Infographic showing various Mobile Health Unit job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,188 per year, or $22.7 per hour.

Community Health Education Specialist I - Mobile Health Unit Program

Mohave County, AZ

Kingman, AZ • On-site

$43K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the Mobile Health Unit Program by accompanying providers to rural areas and assisting with health screenings.

  • Develop and deliver health education programs, including workshops and community outreach activities.

  • Coordinate and present health-related information to the public through workshops, community events, and outreach efforts.

Job description

Salary : $43,867.20 - $72,529.60 Annually
Location : Kingman, AZ
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job Number: 06186
Department: Public Health
Division: Administration-Public Health
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 9/6/2026 5:00 PM Arizona
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Mohave County Public Health- Mobile Health Unit Program is looking for a Community Health Education Specialist I position.
Our Mission
The Mohave County Department of Public Health's mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health of our communities.
Director's Message
Public health plays a critical role in promoting and protecting health in every community. At the Mohave County Department of Public Health, we have dedicated staff who strive to be the best in their respective fields and are eager to provide the highest quality of service to our clients. Please share your thoughts on how we can improve and where our staff met or exceeded your expectations. We are proud to serve all who live in, or visit, Mohave County.
About the Position
This position will play a key role in supporting the Rural Health Transformation Project in Mohave County through the Mobile Health Unit Program. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills and be willing to accompany the Mobile Health Unit provider to rural areas throughout Mohave County.
The position will assist with basic health screenings and may involve exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a mobile healthcare environment and following all applicable health, safety, infection-control, and confidentiality protocols.
A strong commitment to promoting community health and wellness is essential. Experience working with underserved populations or in rural communities is preferred.
Compensation
Salary Range 13 Steps 1-6 $21.09 - $24.44/hr.
Paid Time Off (PTO):
  • 11 Paid Holidays.
  • End of Year PTO Buyback (optional).

Retirement Benefits:
  • Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
    • Contribution rate of 11.98% with 100% Employer Match starting on first day.
  • Deferred Compensations Programs (optional)

Comprehensive Wellness Program:
  • Low-cost, high-value health care plans for you and your family that include Medical, Dental, Vision.
  • 24/7 Virtual Care including Onsite Health Screening Events
  • Marketplace Discounts
  • Onsite Gyms or Gym Membership Stipend
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Basic Life, Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurances with additional voluntary benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA-includes Dependent Care).

Must be able to travel throughout different county locations. Working conditions would include but not limited to:
  • Work environment is mostly within the community with occasional office setting.
  • Required interactions with the public and some public presentations.
  • Possible exposure to contaminate or infectious materials and samples encountered in a health service area.
  • Possible outside exposures when participating in outreach community events.
  • This position requires occasional outreach to other community partners and agencies.
  • Developing curriculum and materials tailored to different age groups and demographics.
  • Leading presentations in schools, community centers, and public forums.
  • Collaborating with local organizations and stakeholders to expand outreach.
  • Evaluating program effectiveness through surveys and data collection.
  • Travel will be mostly in Mohave County but may be required to another part of the state as needed.
  • Travel will be mostly within Mohave County with travel to additional outlying county locations as needed, including Bullhead City, Lake Havasu City, Northern Arizona Strip, and other areas including attending required trainings or meetings, while operating a Mohave County provided vehicle.
  • The ability to work outdoors performing moderate labor in varying weather conditions, including strong winds, extreme heat to extreme cold temperatures.
  • This position may also include the occasional moderate lifting of 25 - 50lbs.
  • This position requires an equal amount of time spent standing, walking, running, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and bending.

Essential Job Functions
  • Develops and coordinates County health education programs including prevention and education services, counseling, and training.
  • Coordinates and presents a variety of workshops designed to educate the public on health, exercise, sports science, tobacco use prevention and other issues as may be defined by the grant program and the prevention of illness, disease, and injury.
  • Provides prevention and intervention counseling services for individuals; refers individuals to appropriate County or outside agency for assistance.
  • Answers questions and provides information to the public; conducts community outreach services to include preparing articles and providing interviews for mass media publication. Participates in community task forces/committees and special events.
  • Documents, collects, and interprets data for reporting to state and federal agencies. Assists in identifying funding sources and preparing of grant proposals.
  • Assists in interpreting program goals while monitoring compliance with state, federal and local policies and procedures, regulations, and division rules.
  • Coordinates and organizes collaborated community-wide task forces to address and assess local needs as they related to health issues.
  • Works with subcontractors to ensure grant/program (i.e., Tobacco program) compliance, accurate reporting, and program evaluation.
  • Attains additional knowledge in the health education field and area to which assigned through reading of health-related information and materials and attends training and educational classes.
  • Create and maintain a supportive work environment with other departments and community programs, Public Health divisions, and Public Health leadership on accreditation domain while maintaining a culture of quality improvement.
  • Apply basic principles, practices, techniques, teaching, and communication methods related to the age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational level, and socioeconomic status of community members.
  • Communicate and act in a culturally competent and professional manner maintaining cooperative relationships with community members, co-workers, and work contacts.

Minimum Qualifications
Required Minimum Education, Experience, and Training:
  • Bachelor's degree in public health education, or related field.
  • One (1) year experience working with the public in the public health education field.
  • OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT
  • Willing to attain additional knowledge in the health education field and area to which assigned through reading of health-related information and materials and attending training and educational classes.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Public Health and health education techniques and skills. Some assignments may require specialized knowledge specific to the area of assignment such as exercise/sports science, gardening, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, chronic disease, nutrition, techniques and skills or prevention/education/intervention techniques and skills.
  • Principles, practices, and services related to public health and the specific area to which assigned (i.e., nutrition, opioid overdose prevention, chronic disease, nutrition, etc.)
  • Methods and theory of education, individual and group-process counseling.
  • Research, analysis, evaluation, and reporting techniques.
  • Budgetary and financial procedures, grantsmanship and data processing applications.
  • Effectively operate and utilize of a variety of laboratory equipment and other equipment used in a health service area.
  • Effectively operate a variety of office equipment to include computer keyboard, faxes transmittal, and copiers.
  • Develop, plan, implement, and evaluate community health education and prevention programs.
  • Compile and analyze data and prepare reports.
  • Effectively assign, train, and oversee subordinates.
  • Make decisions in accordance with established policies and regulations.
  • Understand, interpret, and apply pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations regarding public education/prevention programs to include departmental procedures and requirements.
  • Deal with issues and/or situations which may be controversial or sensitive in nature.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with the community, coworkers, supervisor, health professionals and clients.
  • Meet the physical requirements of job assignments.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
Mohave County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of Mohave County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all job applicants and employees. The County shall not discriminate against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, pay promotion, retention, discipline or any other aspect of personnel administration, term or condition of employment, due to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, genetic information or disability, age (40 or older).
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Mohave County has an extensive benefits package with exceptional health, wellness, and work/life balance offerings, financial & retirement benefits, comprehensive leave program, and more.
Check out ourBenefits Guidefor full details!
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Are you able to drive a County owned vehicle?
  • Yes
  • No

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Are you able to work evenings and weekends occasionally?
  • Yes
  • No

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Are you willing to accept the advertised rate of pay?
  • Yes
  • No

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Are you comfortable performing some basic patient health screening including screenings that may entail exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials?
  • Yes
  • No

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Please provide the name of college (s) you attended. Include the major course (s) of study and the type of degree(s) awarded.
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Select years of experience you have working with the public in public health education filed:
  • less than 1
  • 1 year, but less than 2
  • 2 years, but less than 4
  • 4 years

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