Communicable Disease Specialist
Job description
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY: Dekalb County Board of Health works to protect, promote and improve the health of those who live, work, and play in DeKalb County. We are committed to our mission through service quality, diversity, innovation, a professional workforce, and leadership. Our vision is to be the leader in creating a healthier DeKalb through information, education, empowerment, partnerships, policies and planning, quality and excellence. We invite you to come and be a part of our team. For more information about our agency please visit https://www. dekalbhealth.net.
WHAT WE OFFER: A generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; 12 paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and childcare spending account.
SALARY INFORMATION: $40,004.00 Annual/Pay Grade I/HCP081
Under general supervision, gathers, analyzes, and monitors data regarding communicable diseases within a health district. Ensures implementation of timely disease intervention strategies to decrease the prevalence of such diseases. Performs reporting and surveillance activities as well as conduct data collection and analysis. Prepares documentation of all communicable disease case investigations occurring within the district. Work closely with all HIV Medical care providers to ensure a smooth transition from HIV testing to HIV Medical care. Maintain a good working relationship with district case manager to assist with any barriers from entering HIV Medical care within 72 hours from HIV diagnosis. Work closely with district Ryan White staff to ensure optimal patient outcome. Build a network of community-based organizations for referrals to linkage to care.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant must possess a strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS and STD’s. Experience in conducting outreach and disease intervention. Completions of ISTDI and or ASTDI and PassPort. Case Management skills and Phlebotomy are a plus
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