Epidemiology Specialist

Public Health Specialist

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!

Language Requirement:
Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Academic Req:
Required – Master's degree in public health with an emphasis in epidemiology, health policy, health promotion, or a related field

Certifications:

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention

Work experience:

Required – At least 1 year of experience in the public health field

Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:

• Meet and maintain all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position.
• Work with Compass Connections Epidemiology Directors to develop preparedness guidance as it relates to each program.
• Submit routine reports on the status of national, state and Compass Connections program public heath trending.
• Assist Epidemiologist Director with site visits and assessments according to schedule and document findings in coordination with Epidemiologist Director for the assigned region.
• Assist in training Compass Connections staff on contact tracing, outbreak detection and mitigation, donning and doffing, identification of PPE breaches, and cleaning and disinfection at all program sites.
• Maintain confidentiality of health care records and information in keeping with HIPAA and Compass Connections confidentiality and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) protocol and procedures.
• Travel for training, in-services, or corporate conferences/meetings.
• Address other job duties as assigned or for unforeseen matters that require attention to maintain a fluid and fully functional program.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain a public health surveillance program for all Compass Connections sites and conduct contact tracing when needed.
• Deliver public health educational training programs to clients and staff.
• Conduct epidemiological investigations of communicable and/or high-consequence disease outbreaks, parasites, chronic illness conditions, disease risk factors, or other adverse health outcomes.
• Propose corrective action or interventions to prevent or mitigate public health issues based on epidemiological findings.
• Maintain detailed records, databases, and other critical information systems.
• Interface with Public Health Departments and federal partners.
• Conduct routine site assessments to identify and mitigate public health gaps.
• Provide timely updates and recommendations following chain of command regarding public health issues at Compass Connections sites.
• Conduct the reporting of notifiable conditions from Compass Connections sites to the respective local health department.
• Maintain knowledge and awareness of scientific literature regarding public health and infection control.

Requirements:

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
• Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
• Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
• Demonstrate the ability to:
• Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions based on the needs of the program and service population, while maintaining emotional control and professional composure at all times.
• Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
• Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.
• Must provide current physical-medical release and provide proof of immunizations, titers, or declinations for the following:
• MMR
• Varicella
• Hep B
• Hep A
• Tetanus
• PPD
• Meningococcal (preferred)
• Must be able to perform physical activity such as extensive walking, stretching, and bending.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to maintain professional people skills, including oral, written, listening, and non-verbal communication skills.

Compass Connections is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company…