BEACONS Program Coordinator (Program Coordinator II)


Job Location:

Richland County, OH - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 52100 - 88600
Posted on: 15 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities


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Under limited supervision of the Newborn Screening (NBS) Follow up Manager employee supports theNational Institutes of Health(NIH) funded BEACONS (Building Evidence and Collaboration for GenOmics in Nationwide Newborn Screening) feasibility study. This position will also serve as a case coordinator for the NBS Program for infants with abnormal screening result for genetic and metabolic disorders. Disorder areas include endocrine hemoglobin metabolic lysosomal and other disorders as assigned.

* Serves as the primary project coordinator for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded BEACONS feasibility study. Assists the NBS laboratory and follow up program with functions pertaining to the BEACONS study including writing plans and procedures following up on abnormal results and participating in internal and external meetings.

* Provides guidance and technical assistance to physician offices hospitals and health department staff regarding newborn screening procedures with an emphasis on protocols related to endocrine disorders hemoglobin disorders inborn errors of metabolism and other rare disorders as assigned.

* Collaborates with lab Quality Improvement (QI) Information Technology (IT) and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) staff to develop and implement an electronic patient case management system. Works with all stakeholders on issues related to current and expanded NBS testing. Acquires and maintains competency in new NBS IT system.

* Collaborates with the SC Public Health Laboratory (PHL) and related Bureau of Maternal & Child Health (MCH) staff to develop and implement QI activities and training materials (e.g. training newsletters and reports) for the NBS Program.

* Participates in pertinent meetings and trainings and performs other relevant program duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements:A bachelors degree and relevant program experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements:Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer or their delegate.

Additional Comments

EEO:The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesnt impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the States Disaster Plan which includes hazardous weather Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid drivers license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.


The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant Employees (TGE) positions that includes:

  • 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
  • 15 days Sick Leave per year
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • Health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance for employees spouse and children. Click here for additional information.
  • S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
  • Retirement benefit choices*

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Temporary Grant Employees (TGE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.


Required Experience:

IC

Job ResponsibilitiesCareers at DPH:Work that makes a difference!Embracing Service Inspiring Innovation Promoting Teamwork Pursuing Excellence and Advancing EquityUnder limited supervision of the Newborn Screening (NBS) Follow up Manager employee supports theNational Institutes of Health(NIH) funded ...