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Job Title: Disease Intervention Specialist
Opening Date: May 10, 2023
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: $45,000
Job Type: Full Time, Non-exempt, and on-site position
Location: Casper, Wyoming

General Description:

The Disease Intervention Specialist is salaried and benefitted as defined in the Casper-
Natrona County Health Department’s Personnel Handbook. This position conducts epidemiologic investigations of sexually transmitted diseases (chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis), HIV, viral hepatitis B and C, and TB as well as coordinating outbreak responses; including interviewing cases for exposure and treatment information, working with the Public Information Officer on updating news outlets on progress of outbreak control as necessary, participates in data analysis from epidemiologic investigation, and participates in application of public health interventions and control measures in Natrona County. Interacts with the Wyoming Department of Health Public
Health Laboratory on complex serologic and chemistry laboratory values and test results. Provides technical assistance and responds to inquiries from physicians and nurses related to TB, STDs, viral hepatitis B and C, and HIV infections. Provides outreach to special populations such as incarcerated individuals, those experiencing homelessness, adolescents and young adults.

Specific Duties:

Field Epidemiology

Act as the lead investigator for epidemiologic investigations of STDs, TB, viral hepatitis, and HIV in Natrona County. Assist in outbreak response to ensure the safety of
Natrona County residents;by interviewing cases for exposure information, analyzing exposure data utilizing epidemiological and statistical methods, developing outbreak control measures based on analysis, potential publishing results of findings in appropriate epidemiological journals or medical journals to facilitate sharing of significant results as appropriate. Coordinates disease follow-up and investigation based on surveillance data. Interacts with Wyoming Department of Health Public
Health Laboratory and other regional reference laboratories on test results and
Wyoming Department.of Health Epidemiological staff. Provides technical assistance and responds to inquiries from physicians and nurses related to STDs, TB, viral

CasperPublicHealth.org
Phone: 307.235.9340 Fax: 307.237.2036 Address: 475 S. Spruce Street, Casper, WY 82601

hepatitis, and HIV infections in coordination with other members in the local communicable disease department.

Programmatic Activities

• Works with Educational staff to assist in recognizing the need to provide education, training and technical assistance to Natrona County residents on evidence-based HIV prevention practices targeting high risk populations, to include testing and testing events.

• Serve as a counselor for the Natrona County Communicable Disease

Department for HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, and STD counseling and testing trainings.

• Assist educator in Counseling and Testing / Tuberculin Skin Test educational activities.

• Provide technical assistance to public and private providers on laboratory values and testing practices and working collaboratively with the Public Health Detailer.

• Assist educator in providing education and guidance on PREP/nPEP recommendations to Natrona County providers and clinics.

• Representative for the Care and Prevention Planning Alliance (CAPPA) if another member is not able to attend.

• Promote harm reduction efforts in Natrona County through a variety of methods to include, but not limited to, assisting with educating healthcare professionals, collaborating with the substance use and prevention program, and implementing projects to improve harm reduction efforts.

• Work with surveillance to determine which clients are out of care and investigate out of care clients to determine current residence and confirm out of care status and case management enrollment status.

• Contact patients out of care to assess barriers and attempt to link clients into care by providing case management referrals.

• Assist other programs within the Casper Natrona County Health Department as needed.

CasperPublicHealth.org
Phone: 307.235.9340 Fax: 307.237.2036 Address: 475 S. Spruce Street, Casper, WY 82601

• The Employee in this position will become competent in public health emergency preparedness activities and response.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university in epidemiology, nursing, health education, or other allied health care field- or equivalent three years of experience in similar field.

• Reliable, self-directed, and detail oriented

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Public speaking skills

• Successfully complete medical evaluation upon hire

• Successfully complete immunization review upon hire

• Successfully complete drug screening upon hire

• Successfully complete Background and Central Registry Check

• Possess a valid State issued driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree is required for this position

• Ability to draw blood from clients and patients successfully with 90% accuracy using medically approved phlebotomy techniques, training available

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- training can be provided

• Ability to work as a team member and independently
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions

CasperPublicHealth.org
Phone: 307.235.9340 Fax: 307.237.2036 Address: 475 S. Spruce Street, Casper, WY 82601

• Ability to complete tasks independently
• Ability to lift 40lbs from floor to waist level
• Ability to withstand hours of standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting
• Applied epidemiology knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of communicable diseases to include, HIV, viral hepatitis (A, B, and C),

TB, and STDs.

• Knowledge of clinical laboratory testing procedures and the ability to interpret basic laboratory test results.
• Knowledge of field investigation techniques and procedures including the diagnosis, treatment and case follow up required for patients, partners and contacts.
• Knowledge of cultural, social norms and the values of diverse populations to ensure cultural diversity when working with clients across the spectrum.
• Knowledge of state and federal government policies and procedures, HIPAA and other relevant statutes and the ability to apply them to relevant work assignments.
• Ability to navigate geographical locations including but not limited to the ability to read maps accurately and to use locator information appropriately for contact investigations.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills to obtain accurate information regarding disease related information, diagnosis and treatment history among patients and health care providers.
• Strong organization skills and the ability to multi task, problem solve, and track information over extended periods of time in a cubicle office setting.
• Proficient use of computers and basic software used in the work environment; MS

Word, ACCESS, EXCEL and PowerPoint.

• Strong public speaking skills, with presentations in both small and large group settings.
• Excellent written communication skills required for state and federal reports, press releases, policies, procedures & client /provider communication as necessary.
• Provide leadership and model professional behavior by setting work priorities, communicating appropriately with patient and health care providers, managing paperwork requirements and engaging in a team environment with coworkers

Responsibility/Accountability

• This position reports directly to the Adult Health Manager

ADA Essential Requirements

• Must possess manual dexterity, good hand/eye coordination
• Vision adequate for daily work, corrected vision of 20/40 on the Sneller Scale

CasperPublicHealth.org
Phone: 307.235.9340 Fax: 307.237.2036 Address: 475 S. Spruce Street, Casper, WY 82601

• Hearing adequate for daily work, corrected hearing of 30 decibels on the 1000,

2000 frequency scale

• Operate vehicle for travel in conducting work requirements in a variety of settings
• Reasonable accommodations will be addressed based on position description

Potential Hazards Include

• Potential exposures to communicable disease from direct/indirect contact
• Use of vehicles and equipment
• Injury due to awkward positions and prolonged computer work
• Exposure to chemical agents, including reagents, sanitizers, and other chemicals associated with routine and incidental assignments

Performs Other Duties as Assigned:

The above statements describe the general duties, which constitute the work of this position and shall not be considered a detailed description of all of the work requirements inherent to this position.

At-Will Employees:

The Casper-Natrona County Health Department reserves the absolute right to terminate any employee at any time. All employees are at-will.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants must submit a letter of intent and resume or curriculum vitae to the

Casper-Natrona County Health Department. Please submit your letter of intent and resume/CV electronically via email: careers@cnchd.org

CasperPublicHealth.org
Phone: 307.235.9340 Fax: 307.237.2036 Address: 475 S. Spruce Street, Casper, WY 82601

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Casper, WY 82601: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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