Epidemiologist

Performs moderately complex (entry-level) epidemiological work; performs public health disease surveillance activities related to natural or man-made infectious disease outbreaks or threats. Assists with office functions, performs data entry and serves as a resource. “On-call” availability required; may perform surveillance and epidemiology activities during other public health related major outbreaks and/or disasters. Performs work in a professional, responsible and timely manner ensuring the collection of information in a confidential, accurate, and consistent manner.

Responsibilities are performed with moderate latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment.

Analyzes epidemiological data through the use of statistical measures.

Abstracts epidemiological health data from the medical records of private medical providers and public health.

Disseminates the results of investigations, special studies, and surveillance.

Participates in analyzing, planning, developing, coordinating, and conducting specific epidemiological investigations or studies.

Collects epidemiological data for the surveillance of specific diseases and conditions.

Arranges for the cooperative use of epidemiological data with other agencies, other states, and national organizations such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

Works with other health personnel in the control of public health problems.

May coordinate with others to assist in the collection of epidemiological data.

Performs related work as assigned.

Conferring with public health agencies, medical providers, individuals, and/or community-based groups regarding the treatment, control, or prevention of infectious diseases and/or outbreaks.

Collect, process, and ship biological specimens, while maintaining inventory of specimen collection kits and related supplies.

Educating partners about infectious diseases, proper specimen collection and storage techniques, and reporting of notifiable conditions.

Responsible for data entry and inventory management systems.

Assists with creating fact sheets, brochures, and educational literature regarding diseases.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university witha

Bachelor’s Degree in Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology, Public Health, or related field of study required.

Must be proficient in lab and clinical analysis/identification of Infectious Diseases.

1 year of experience in public health laboratory services or epidemiology.

Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.

Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and knowledge of HIPAA requirement.

Limited knowledge of medical terminology and Texas public health laws.

Good verbal and written communication skills required.

Knowledge of computer software.

Skill in problem solving.

Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing.

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Skill in preparing technical reports in a clear and concise manner.

Skill in proofreading and editing documents.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with managers, co-workers, the public and professional groups.

Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

Ability to work independently. Ability to work on multiple tasks at the same time.

May be required to work other than normal hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Must provide your own dependable transportation (automobile).