Public Health Genetics Consultant - 20013553 & 20013694

State of Ohio • Reynoldsburg, OH

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About The Position

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. The ODH Public Health Laboratory assists the agency, local health departments, and clinicians across Ohio in disease outbreak investigations, public health emergencies, and identification of disease causes to aid in treatment and prevention. Our services include screening for diseases of public health interest, reference support for confirmation of low incidence infectious agents, laboratory investigation to determine epidemiological patterns, and oversight of the state’s alcohol breath testing program. Ohio’s law requires that all babies born in the state receive newborn metabolic screening. The Ohio Department of Health’s (ODH) Newborn Screening (NBS) program identifies newborns at risk for many rare but serious health conditions and provides case management to assure these infants receive appropriate diagnostic evaluation and medical management. Infants with these rare health conditions often appear healthy at birth and only come to medical attention because of newborn screening. Diagnosis and treatment in the neonatal period can prevent serious problems with growth and development and prevent death.
The Public Health Laboratory is seeking a Public Health Genetics Consultant with thorough knowledge of genetic/metabolic disorders in order to act as a public health resource for individuals with or at risk for genetic disorders. This position will provide expert technical assistance & orientation concerning newborn screening to health professionals (e.g., local public health personnel, officials, physicians).

Requirements

• 42 mos. exp. as a health care professional (e.g., Pediatric Registered Dietician, Registered Nurse) in a pediatric setting to include exp. in program evaluation, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups; must be able to provide own transportation.
• OR 42 mos. exp. in genetics consultation in health, public health or related field to include exp. in program evaluation, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups; must be able to provide own transportation.
• OR Completion of graduate core coursework in Genetic Counseling; 6 mos. exp. in providing direct service &/or consultation in a public health, community health, hospital &/or clinic setting to include exp. in program evaluation, developing & presenting training programs & in facilitating &/or working collaboratively with coalitions or groups; completion of graduate core coursework in Genetic Counseling; must be able to provide own transportation.
• OR Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria: Graduate or advanced degree in Genetic Counseling, Biochemistry, or Medical Science
• Clinical experience working in setting for genetics, endocrinology, biochemistry, or neonatology
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse
• Physician Assistant-Certified, or Registered Dietician
• Experience providing medical technical assistance or educational consultation
• Experience designing and performing data analysis and producing reports
• Experience developing educational materials and presenting trainings
• Experience performing medical case management
• Experience in monitoring quality assurance indicators and documenting organizational compliance with regulatory standards
• Experience with computer software (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Electronic Medical Records)

Responsibilities

• Explains the clinical implications of newborn screening results to hospital personnel & health care providers.
• Reviews & responds to inquiries from parents & health care professionals & officials.
• Plans, develops, implements & evaluates program activities to ensure compliance with state rules & regulations.
• Maintains current knowledge of literature & public policy issues in newborn screening.
• Assists Public Health Laboratory bureau chief & supervisor in development of educational & promotional activities for Newborn Screening Program.
• Presents training sessions to medical professionals, hospitals & community on topics pertaining to newborn screening.
• Participates in advisory committees for Newborn Screening Program.
• Prepares required records & reports on case investigations, site visits, patient referral activities & assessment of provider adherence to program policies & procedures.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

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