Health Investigator - Infectious Disease (Health Services)

Shelby County • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

This position is funded by a grant for a duration of time as defined by the grantor. Works under the general direction of a supervisor to process morbidity reports and perform further epidemiological investigations required in the surveillance practice of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Requirements

• Four (4) years of experience in customer service, health services, education, community outreach, social service industry, or conducting intake interviews, and a high school diploma or possess a GED, OR
• Two (2) years of experience in customer service, health services, education, community outreach, social service industry, or conducting intake interviews, and an associate degree from an accredited college or university; OR
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
• Knowledge of medicine and of communicable and infectious disease treatment and control.
• Awareness of the principles of public health and of the objectives of public health programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work courteously with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Ability to express ideals clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other County’s software applications.
• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one by date of employment.
• Must have daily access to an operable automobile and meet county requirements of automobile insurance upon date of employment.
• Successfully complete online CDC assignments, the one-week CDC course “Introduction to STI Intervention,” and “HIV Counseling and Testing” within six months of your employment date.
• Must maintain all required licenses, certifications, and training credentials throughout the duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and enters positive laboratory reports from the laboratory, clinical providers, and other facilities.
• Communicates with providers to obtain missing information.
• Contacts the patient for follow-up and treatment.
• Performs outreach STI screening/testing activities.
• Participates in provider and patient education about STIs and their treatment.
• Conducts medical provider visits to collect reports, to assure the quality of reporting, and to provide new information and assistance.
• Completes required monthly reports.
• Conducts field visits, interviews, and partner notifications as they relate to outbreaks and illnesses.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

What This Job Offers

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