Public Health Investigator Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4821326) Apply  Public Health Investigator Specialist Salary $2,412.80 - $2,467.20 Biweekly Location 8000 N. Stadium Job Type Full Time Job Number 35748 Department Houston Health Department Division PHB - Tuberculosis Opening Date 02/05/2025 Closing Date 2/12/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications Accepted From: Departmental Only PN: 35748 Division: Public Health Branch (PHB) Section: TB Control Location: 8000 N. STADIUM BR. 6TH FLOOR Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8-5* *Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Performs disease intervention activities relating to the control of communicable disease among residents of the city. Leads, coordinates, and facilitates comprehensive quality administration of QuantiFERON Gold Test (QFT) (in congregate settings/other appropriate venues). Collects specimen for Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) and refers clients for 3HP regimen. 2. Interviews and re-interviews of all new reported tuberculosis case/ suspects to identify contacts with emphasis on high priority contacts (children less than 5 years old and immunosuppressed). Makes field visits for contact investigation follow up including administering QFT/TB skin test according to guidelines. Schedules appointments for contacts needing MD evaluation. 3. Delivers and supervises patients taking medication for the treatment of TB and TB Infection (TBI), including sputum collection, visual acuity according to guidelines. Immediately documents doses delivered and supervised after each field visit, toxicity checks, sputum collection forms, control order forms, mileage reports, itineraries and all pertinent information correctly in the field records. 4. Reports problems immediately by telephone and follows up with supervisor. Communicates with providers to facilitate and expedite TB patient care. Schedules clinic appointments, obtains medical evaluation results, and follows up with providers as needed. Meets with supervisor for patient case conferences. 5. Assists PHI Supervisor in the training of new PHI and other personnel involved in disease intervention activities relating to the Communicable Disease Control Program. Assists PHI Supervisor in managing uncooperative patients. 6. Accepts special assignments to provide services to community and governmental agencies; including the Harris County Jail system. Participates in the Department’s and or Bureau’s Initiatives as activated or assigned to promote public health (AIM, Project Saving Smiles, Project One Sight, HIP-HOP, etc.) WORKING CONDITIONS The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Physical Science, Public Health or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Three (3) year of experience in the public health field is required. Pertinent professional experience in the public health field may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving. PREFERENCES **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** • Are able to draw blood utilizing standard phlebotomy practices • Are willing to travel using own personal vehicle and receive reimbursement • Have experience building and developing collaborative relationships within all levels of the organization, clients and community partners GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None. However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: YES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if candidate is promoted into this position, he/she must pass an assigned drug test. SALARY INFORMATION SPECIAL FUNDED POSITION Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 20 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-4885. If you need special services or accommodations, 832-393-4885 (TTY 7-1-1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Wellness + Supplemental Insurance + Life insurance + Long-term disability + Retirement pension + 457 deferred compensation plan + Employee Assistance Program + 10 days of vacation each year + 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No 02 Which of the following best describes your highest level of education? + A high school diploma or GED + An Associate's degree in social sciences, physical sciences, or public health + Bachelor's degree or beyond in social sciences, physical sciences or public health + None of the Above 03 Which of the following best describes your level of verifiable professional experience in Public Health? + Less than one (1) year experience + At least one (1) year, but less than two (2) years experience + At least two (2) years, but less than three (3) years experience + At least three (3) years, but less than four (4) years + At least four (4) years, but less than five (5) years + More than five (5) years experience + No experience 04 Are you a City of Houston employee? + Yes + No 05 Do you have a valid driver's license? + Yes + No 06 Please indicate years of experience in public contact, in the social services or public health field that you have + Less than one (1) year + One (1) to two (2) years + Three (3) to five (5) years + More than five (5) years 07 Please indicate your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). + BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks, enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a Worksheet, creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail. + INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, merges; manage table data, sort and filter merges, reply, forward, print and delete e-mail messages. + ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges, advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data in Excel. delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar. + EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, manage Macro commands, and create MS Excel applications, managing multiple calendars. + No Experience 08 Do you have a minimum of two years of experience leading a team of three or more staff? + Yes + No 09 Do you have the ability to work comfortably with communities highly impacted by HIV including but not limited to LGBTQ individuals, gender non-conforming individuals, people who inject drugs, etc.? + Yes + No 10 Do you have demonstrated experience working with healthcare providers? + Yes + No 11 Do you have a working knowledge of Tuberculous prevention, treatment, sociopolitical issues? + Yes + No 12 Are you comfortable conducting field activities, meeting with doctor offices and educating them on service linkage activities? + Yes + No 13 Below please write to describe your professional communication style when interacting with internal and external customers. 14 How many verifiable years of experience do you have extracting data from medical records? + Less than one (1) year + One (1) to two (2) years + Three (3) to five (5) years + More than five (5) years 15 Which abilities do you possess? (Check all that apply) + Ability to handle and prioritize multiple, diverse assignments + Ability to plan and carry out complex, multidisciplinary projects + Ability to navigate within and among diverse institutions with competing priorities + None of the above Required Question