PrEP Specialist (SCC) (Req 100898)
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About The Position
The PrEP Specialist is a member of the Community Prevention and Treatment Services Team. This position works directly with patients to educate them on the benefits and administration of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) in the interest of remaining HIV negative. Populations served by CPTS PrEP Specialist consist primarily of individuals facing social health disparities. This includes but is not limited to individuals living with substance use disorder, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people of varying disability status, and individuals seeking gender-affirming care. These services are provided to patients regardless of race, ethnicity, age, income status, gender expression and/or orientation, and sexuality. The PrEP Specialist is responsible for assessing the needs of the patient throughout all stages of PrEP medication management. This includes educating individuals on the importance of sexual health and awareness, risk reduction, and adherence counseling. The PrEP Specialist ensures that patients are effectively linked to care, receive routine lab work confirming their HIV negative status while on PrEP, and are offered testing for sexually transmitted infections on a quarterly basis. This position conducts community outreach to promote the importance and overall use of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. The role of the PrEP Specialist is to provide whole-person centered care to patients who are prescribed this preventative medication while promoting the message that PrEP is for everyone.
