Epidemiologist III - 64051351

State of Florida • Vero Beach, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This highly responsible position is in the Epidemiology section of the Indian River County Health Department and reports directly to the Epidemiology Community Health Nursing Consultant. The Epidemiologist III conducts communicable disease and bioterrorism surveillance, exercising considerable independent judgment and prudent decision-making with limited supervision.

The role conducts and participates in epidemiologic investigations and disease surveillance; identifies and evaluates health conditions to recognize public health problems and determine investigation approaches; and uses databases such as Merlin and ESSENCE-FL to analyze health concerns and assess potential public health impact. The position coordinates with Environmental Health on outbreaks with environmental, foodborne, or waterborne origins, conducts onsite reviews, provides guidance, interviews relevant individuals, and reports findings in Merlin.

The position collaborates with the local medical community to collect and share surveillance data, encourage disease reporting, and distribute updates. It prepares health promotion and disease prevention materials and presentations, written reports for EPICOM, and data analysis and interpretation supporting the county Community Health Assessment. Additional duties include program administration, training, recordkeeping, disaster-related surveillance, and other assigned work.

The position is located at 1900 27th St., Vero Beach, Florida 32960. Applicants must be current Department of Health employees; applicants from outside the department will not be accepted. The role may require emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Health with a focus in Epidemiology.
• Current Department of Health employee; applicants from outside the department will not be accepted.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
• Must complete a security background check and/or drug screening and participate in direct deposit.
• Must complete Form I-9; employment eligibility information will be verified through E-Verify.

Nice To Haves

• Three to five years of Local County Health Department Epidemiology experience is preferred.
• Experience in Infection Control is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and participate in epidemiologic investigations and disease surveillance activities.
• Identify and evaluate health conditions to recognize public health problems and determine the feasibility and approach for community epidemiologic investigations.
• Track, monitor, and analyze health data using databases such as Merlin and ESSENCE-FL to assess potential public health impacts.
• Coordinate with Environmental Health on investigations of outbreaks with environmental, foodborne, or waterborne origins.
• Conduct onsite reviews of facilities and procedures, provide guidance, and interview patients, health care providers, and others involved in disease investigations and outbreaks.
• Report disease surveillance findings in Merlin.
• Work with the local medical community to collect data, provide surveillance results, distribute communicable disease updates, and encourage private-provider reporting of communicable diseases.
• Prepare and present health promotion and disease prevention materials and presentations to internal and external clients.
• Conduct public health surveillance of outbreaks and field epidemiologic investigations, including investigations related to disasters.
• Complete training to maintain competencies and prepare written reports for posting to EPICOM.
• Contribute data analysis and interpretation to the Community Health Assessment for Indian River County, covering chronic disease, maternal and infant health, communicable diseases, injury patterns, and other areas.
• Assist with writing a quarterly newsletter for medical providers about communicable disease surveillance, reporting, and surveillance results.
• Maintain required records and reports; perform administrative functions and assigned tasks.
• Participate in in-service education programs, conferences, and staff meetings.
• Conduct and attend bioterrorism-related training and serve as a resource for staff and the community.
• Provide enhanced surveillance and monitoring following natural or manmade disasters.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance and coordinate with professional, technical, or administrative staff as assigned.
• Complete timesheets, EARS, and mandatory DOH training accurately and on time.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level