Public Health Representative III

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Responsibilities

The Public Health Representative III (PHR III), located in Buffalo, New York, will be responsible for the coordination of surveillance and special projects related to the Emerging Infections Program (EIP) in the region's 17 counties. The incumbent will use the NYSDOH electronic laboratory and communicable disease reporting systems as well as active reporting by hospital and laboratory facilities to identify cases. Medical chart reviews and abstractions will be conducted by the incumbent to collect and coordination the collection of surveillance information. The incumbent will also coordinate cluster/outbreak investigations and serve as a liaison between NYSDOH, laboratories, hospitals and local health departments. The incumbent will assist in the coordination of implementing special projects, working with other NYSEIP staff, and in collaboration with CDC partners and other participating EIP sites; and perform other appropriate related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience in a health, human service or community-based organization, that includes providing direct patient/client services, performing regulatory activities, conducting epidemiological research, and/or direct clinical care as a healthcare provider, or closely related experience; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and four years of such experience; OR six years of such experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Communicable disease surveillance related experience, with knowledge of associated laboratory testing, results interpretation and reporting. Experience conducting medical chart reviews and knowledge of medical terminology. Working knowledge of public health surveillance systems. Strong methodological and analytical skills with proficiency in statistical programs (e.g., SAS) and/or Microsoft software (e.g., Excel, Access). Experience planning and presenting at meetings with medical providers and other healthcare professionals. Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work in both a team environment and independently. Experience supervising staff.

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel, up to 25% of the time, will be required.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting will be available.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

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