Communicable Disease Epidemiologist

Multnomah County•Portland, OR

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This mid-level professional epidemiologist conducts investigative and analytical work for communicable disease surveillance, detection, and prevention. Responsibilities include independent and team-based case and outbreak investigation, chart review, case interviews, and collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data. The role requires understanding of disease prevention/control methods and involves case and outbreak investigations, phone triage, identifying disease sources, informing control interventions, and championing policy changes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
One (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
A valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with infectious disease investigations and contact tracing
Experience working with electronic medical records such as Epic
Experience working with statistical software such as SAS, R, or Python
Experience with telephone interviews

Responsibilities

Investigate and control the spread of communicable diseases and public health outbreaks in accordance with Oregon State and Multnomah County policies.
Perform case interviews and contact tracing.
Provide health education, and ensure the administration of necessary pre or post-exposure prophylaxis.
Identify, investigate, and manage the epidemiology of acute and prolonged disease outbreaks.
Develop surveillance methods for emerging outbreaks and provide guidance to facilities experiencing them.
Perform statistical analyses on communicable diseases to inform recommendations for disease transmission prevention.
Provide phone consultations to healthcare providers and the public regarding communicable disease issues.
Manage daily triage responsibilities, which include handling outbreak reports, processing electronic lab reports, and coordinating case follow-ups.
Offer scientific advice and technical assistance to community partners regarding epidemiologic data and disease surveillance.
Analyze surveillance data and conduct literature reviews to prepare reports that support program planning, evaluation, and the development of publications.
Lead special projects such as community outreach and quality improvement, while also updating protocols, developing health education materials, and mentoring students.
Facilitate training sessions and presentations on communicable disease or occupational health topics for county staff, community groups, and conferences.