EPIDEMIOLOGIST III

EPIDEMIOLOGIST III Open Competitive - 886475 Bi-Weekly Salary $2230.77 - $2500.00 Annual Salary $58,000 to $65,000 Your Specific Responsibilities: This is a highly responsible position in the Epidemiology section of the Indian River County Health Department under the direct supervision of the Epidemiology Community Health Nursing Consultant. The position works in the Epidemiology section conducting communicable disease and bioterrorism surveillance. The position must exercise considerable independent judgment and prudent decision making with limited supervision. Epidemiologic Investigations - Responsible for conducting and participating in epidemiological investigations and disease surveillance activities in the Epidemiology Section. Identifies and evaluates a wide range of health conditions within an assigned program area to recognize public health problems pertinent to the population and to determine feasibility and approach to epidemiologic investigation throughout the community. Tracks, monitors, and uses databases, such as Merlin and ESSENCE-FL for analysis of health problems to assess the potential public health impact. Works closely with the Environmental Health Section on disease investigations regarding outbreaks with primarily environmental or food and water borne origin. Performs onsite review of facilities and procedures, provides guidance, and interviews patients, health care providers, and others involved during disease investigations and outbreaks. Responsible for reporting findings in the disease surveillance computer system, Merlin. Dissemination of Program Data, Information and Findings -. Works with the local medical community to collect data, provide surveillance results (Sentry Flu Reporting Program/Weekly Flu Report}, distribute communicable disease updates (Weekly Disease Surveillance Report}, and encourage and increase reporting of communicable disease by private providers. Prepares and presents health promotion and disease prevention materials and/or presentations to internal and external clients. Responsible for the public health surveillance of disease outbreaks and other field epidemiological investigations of public health importance, such as disasters. Attends and completes trainings to maintain competencies. Prepares written reports for posting to EPICOM. Contributes to the development of the Community Health Assessment (CHA) through data analysis and interpretation of chronic disease, maternal and infant health, communicable diseases, injury patterns, etc., for Indian River County. Program Administration and Support - Assists in writing a quarterly newsletter for medical providers regarding communicable disease surveillance, reporting, and results of surveillance. Maintains records and reports as required. Performs administrative functions and works on assigned tasks as needed. Participates in in-service education programs, conferences, and staff meetings. Conducts and attends training related to bioterrorism and serves as a resource for staff and the community. Provides enhanced surveillance and monitoring following natural or manmade disasters. May provide technical leadership and guidance and coordinate with other professional staff, or technical and administrative staff, as assigned. Completes timesheet, EARS, and mandatory DOH training in a timely and accurate manner. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications: Minimum - 3-5 years Local County Health Department Epidemiology experience preferred Masters Degree in Public Health with focus in Epidemiology or in process of MPH Experience in Infection Control preferred Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values: Mission: To protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts. Vision: To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Values: I nnovation: We search for creative solutions a d manage resources wisely. C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals and solve problems. A ccountability: We perform with integrity and respect. R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers and engaging our partners. E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning and continuous performance improvement. Where You Will Work: 1900 27^th^ St., Vero Beach, Fl, 32960 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: - Annual and Sick Leave benefits; - Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; - State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; - Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com ); - Flexible Spending Accounts; - Tuition waivers; - And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com . Please be advised: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affecte