Job Description - Antimicrobial Resistance Prevention Epidemiologist - Hybrid - 20014203 (2400094D)
Organization
Health
Agency Contact Name and Information: Ryan Fischer
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Health Department Building, 246 North High Street, 1st Floor, Columbus, 43215
Primary Location
United States of America - OHIO - Franklin County
Compensation: $32.08
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours: M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Public Health
Technical Skills: Data Analytics, Data Modeling, Public Health
About Us:
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 Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings, and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.
The goal of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases (BID) is to prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases. The bureau works closely with local health departments, healthcare providers, and laboratories to ensure that infectious disease reports are reviewed and investigated timely; the program provides technical expertise and coordination to LHDs, healthcare providers, laboratories, and where appropriate, the general public.
Job Duties
What You'll Do:
The Bureau of Infectious Diseases (BID) is seeking an experienced Epidemiologist to join the Healthcare-Associated Infections/Antimicrobial Resistance (HAI/AR) Program. This position will investigate and support activities related to HAIs, AR organisms, and other emerging pathogens/infectious diseases. Additional duties may include:
- Investigate endemic or epidemic situations of HAI & AR organisms through in-house or onsite visits, data collection, epidemiologic studies, and appropriate statistical analysis & methods using computer software packages.
- Act as lead worker (i.e., provide work direction & training) for other HAI/AR epidemiology staff.
- Review confidential case & suspect case reports for accuracy and completeness and assist with completing required program reporting.
- Facilitate electronic transfer of HAI/AR case data to Centers for Disease Control (CDC) via Health Level 7 (HL7) messaging.
- Act as the primary contact for HAI/AR case management & participate in electronic & paper transmission of data between ODH and clinics, CDC, and among relevant surveillance programs at ODH.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. Our benefits package includes:
- 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)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Completion of graduate core program in public health or preventive medicine; 3 courses or 9 months of experience in the use of statistical computer software packages; 6 months of experience as an epidemiology investigator with a local or federal health agency; must be able to provide own transportation.
OR
6 months of experience as Epidemiology Investigator 2, 65762; 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 public health or preventive medicine
- Two or more courses in epidemiology or biostatistics
- Experience interpreting and conducting statistical analysis of health-related data
- Experience with an infectious disease surveillance program
- Experience in statistical software (e.g., SAS, STATA, or SPSS)
- Experience working with a statewide health/disease reporting system (e.g., ODRS)
- Experience in program evaluation reporting at the local or state level
- Experience as lead worker
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.
Job Skills:
Public Health
Technical Skills:
Data Analytics, Data Modeling, Public Health
Professional Skills:
Analyzation, Interpreting Data, Written Communication
Educational Transcript Requirements:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework, or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.
Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 33, Step 1 of the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule ($32.08 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($33.64) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
Supplemental Information:
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position-specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education, and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.
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BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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