Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Category: Admin
Contract - Full Time
Job ID: 901972
Work Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Est. Pay: $28 / Hour
Posted Date: 1/31/2025
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Work Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Category: Admin
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Contract - Full Time
Est. Pay: $28 / Hour
Job ID: 901972
Posted Date: 1/31/2025
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The Communicable Disease Investigator/Contact Tracer isresponsible for investigating situations concerning individuals who have beenin contact with communicable diseases, such as COVID 19 which could result inpossible sources of infection. The workincludes locating patients diagnosed with a communicable disease and personswith whom they have had contact. Investigation procedures involve contacting various information sourcessuch as welfare agencies, neighbors, hospitals, work locations, restaurants andbars. The Communicable DiseaseInvestigator/Contact Tracer is primarily concerned with locating persons whoshould be examined for acute infection. General supervision is received from an administrative superior withleeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative incarrying out recommendations.
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent Medical experience, social work or public health experienceis preferred Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray ifapplicable Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Must be at least 18 years of ageEducation and Experience
Bachelor’sdegree in a biological science, health science, social science, or a closelyrelated field and two years of qualifying experience as a disease interventionspecialist and/or the ability towork with a moderate level of independence, or a DIS Iwith two years of qualifying experience as a disease intervention specialistand/or the ability to work with amoderate level of independence, or an equivalentcombination of education and experience.
Valued Knowledge, skills, and abilities
This positionmust have knowledge of research and survey methodologies; of existing programsrelated to the area to which assigned; and of community resources available fordiagnosis and treatment. Knowledge of various types of communicablediseases; of state and federal laws concerning the treatment and reporting ofvarious types of infections or exposure to various diseases; of medical andepidemiological aspects of diseases; of laboratory procedures used in thediagnosis of disease or infections; and of the principles of interviewing andtraining. Ability is required to work with groups and individuals; toprovide information concerning communicable diseases; and to interview andgather information.
Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions
• Provides treatment consultation to clinics and county health departments on sexually transmitted diseases, and other communicable diseases.
• Consults with local health officers, private physicians, school officials, and others on the prevention and control of communicable diseases.
• Participates in the development of various programs, preparation of field procedures and information, and other activities related to program direction.
• Provides training and information on assigned programs in schools, public and private facilities, and to the general public.
• Interviews patients and contacts to gather information concerning infections or exposure to various types of communicable diseases; consults with private physicians to stimulate case reporting, obtain information on treated cases, provide information on diagnostic and treatment techniques, and secure permission to apply epidemiological process to private patients.
• Assists in statewide screening programs on sexually transmitted diseases through coordination of laboratory efforts to assure timely reporting of positive findings indicative of such diseases.
• Participates in special projects with federal and local public health agencies; cooperates with volunteer health groups in disease prevention and control programs.
M-F days- Remote
$35/hr
Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply Now Apply For This Job Via Stay Up To DateSign up to receive job alerts
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Healthcare
Admin
Contract - Full Time
$28 / Hour
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