0000006033.Disease Intervention Specialist Iii.Health-City/County V D Clinic

Dallas County • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Interviews, educates and counsels patients with sexually transmitted/communicable diseases and makes field visits to locate and notify associated individuals. Management Scope: May act as lead over lower level employees.

Requirements

• Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Social Services, Health or in a job related field.
• Two (2) years work related experience.
• Skilled in the use of standard software applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license, with a good driving record and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and counsels HIV/STD and patients with other communicable diseases, educates patients regarding the prevention and protection against sexually transmitted and other reportable diseases and conducts counseling regarding pre- and post- HIV testing.
• Conducts field visits to identify, locate, and notify patients’ partners of possible transmission of disease and ensures proper medical care is received. 40 E
• May draw blood for HIV/STD tests.
• Conducts seminars to educate private physicians and clinics regarding reportable communicable diseases including STD’s.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees