OPERATIONS ANALYST I - 64043918
About The Position
The Operations Analyst I is a professional position in the HIV/AIDS Surveillance Program within the Florida Department of Health’s Bureau of Communicable Diseases, Surveillance Section. The role processes confidential HIV/AIDS laboratory results received electronically and on paper, interprets HIV test results, and forwards results to HIV Surveillance Field staff for timely follow-up investigations and case reporting. The incumbent works independently with confidential patient health information and reporting databases, while maintaining accurate, high-quality data. The position collaborates with STD surveillance staff to share laboratory information and maintain efficient data-sharing processes. It also provides technical assistance to HIV field surveillance staff in County Health Departments regarding laboratory test results and case dispositioning. Responsibilities include reviewing electronic laboratory surveillance data against defined reporting requirements and improving data quality by validating electronic records against paper results to identify discrepancies and missing information. This is a full-time, in-office position in Tallahassee, Florida. Applicants are accepted only from current Department of Health employees.
Requirements
- Experience providing technical assistance regarding patient health information.
- At least three years of data-entry experience.
- Experience working with confidential database systems.
- Experience providing technical assistance.
- Experience with electronic reports and/or Excel.
- Experience reviewing and validating data for quality, completeness, and accuracy.
- Experience providing training to others.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both in writing and orally.
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to learn and communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Interpret HIV test results.
- Process and forward confidential HIV/AIDS laboratory results from electronic and paper sources to HIV Surveillance Field staff for follow-up investigations and case reporting.
- Work accurately and independently with confidential patient health information and reporting databases.
- Collaborate with STD surveillance staff to share laboratory information and maintain efficient, timely data-sharing processes.
- Provide technical assistance to HIV field surveillance staff in County Health Departments regarding laboratory results and case dispositioning.
- Review electronic laboratory surveillance data to ensure it meets defined reporting requirements.
- Validate electronic records against paper results to identify discrepancies and missing data and improve data quality.
- Perform emergency duties before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days as required.
Benefits
- Annual and sick leave
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
