Epidemiologist

Holmes County General Health District • Millersburg, OH

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About The Position

The Holmes County General Health District is actively seeking a qualified candidate for the full-time position of Epidemiologist. Under the general supervision of the Deputy Health Commissioner, the Epidemiologist will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data for various programs within the Health District, complete reports, and present data to the community as requested. This position may also assist in investigating communicable disease reports for the HCGHD and reporting investigations to the Ohio Department of Health via the Ohio Disease Reporting System (ODRS).

Requirements

• Must have a Master’s degree in Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology or Biostatistics; or bachelor’s degree in public health or similar field with at least 2 years of experience performing epidemiology related work.

Responsibilities

• Actively uses the Ohio Disease Reporting System (ODRS) for disease reporting, case management and data analysis.
• Analyzes data by using appropriate statistical techniques in order to detect possible trends, including disease outbreaks and disease trends.
• Participates in statewide public health epidemiologist meetings.
• Coordinate/assist with epidemiologic response among local health districts in the assigned jurisdictions within the Region.
• Ensure regular communication with nursing, environmental health, and other local health jurisdiction staff in the areas supported, and with disease reporters (physicians, infection preventionists, veterinarians, laboratories, pharmacies).
• Ensure all Ohio notifiable infectious disease reports are submitted in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) using ODRS.
• Submit all Class A disease reports to ODH immediately by phone and enter into ODRS by the next business day.
• Ensure timely review, investigation, and reporting of infectious disease reports following OAC timelines, including sentinel influenza surveillance, specialized disease or early event surveillance.
• Interpret data and draw accurate conclusions based on sound scientific principles.
• Utilize the Infections Disease Control Manual (IDCM) guidelines for investigations, prevention, and control.
• Write the final summary report of disease outbreak investigations. Submit reports to ODH within 90 days of the date created in ODRS.
• Complete written reports that summarize data findings for various programs of the HCGHD including but not limited to Community Health Assessments, Falls Prevention Program, Strategic Plan, etc.
• Present findings of data analysis to the community and stakeholders.
• Participate in emergency drills and exercises as requested.
• Review, update, and develop emergency plans.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
• Meets all job safety requirement and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The HCGHD offers a family friendly, flexible work environment with a competitive benefits package.
• Employees are awarded 12 paid holidays, vacation time, personal time, and sick time.
• Additionally, we offer health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.
• Retirement plan is provided through OPERS.
• The HCGHD is an equal opportunity employer and provider of services.
• Position is open until filled.

What This Job Offers

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