We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position: Communicable Disease Specialist 10182
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur GA the DeKalb Public Health works to protect promote and improve the health and wellbeing of all DeKalb County residents.
Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit .
EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS INCLUDE: 13 Paid Holidays 3 Weeks Annual Leave 3 Weeks Sick Leave Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of MF 8:15am5pm Pension Plan Employer 401K Match Payroll Deductible Health Benefits Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts Worksite Wellness Diverse Workforce Opportunities for Growth Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation.
LOCATION: East Health Centers DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services SALARY INFORMATION: $38526.93 Annually / Job Code HCP081 / Pay Grade I
Job Responsibilities
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree from an accredited college or university and two 2 years of experience in a related area; OR Four 4 years of experience in a medicalrelated field; OR licensure as a registered nurse and one 1 year of nursing experience; OR One 1 year of experience at the lower level Communicable Disease Spec 1 (HCP080 or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the minimum qualifications applicant must possess a strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS and STDs. Experience in conducting outreach and disease intervention. Completions of ISTDI and/or ASTDI and Pass Port. Case Management skills and Phlebotomy are a plus. BiLingual (Spanish Preferred).
Additional Information
NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason. Employment with the DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all preemployment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: PreEmployment Drug Screening Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting Previous Employment Reference Check Specific Immunizations Motor vehicle check and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.
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