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SalaryPubl Hlth and Prevent Spcl III - Under the direction of the HIV Cactus Surveillance Group Manager, responsible for the data collection, surveillance follow up and entry of data into the TB/HIV/STD Integrated System (THISIS) for the rural areas Texas. Collects reports of HIV/AIDS cases and perinatally exposed infants born to mothers living with HIV. Performs medical record abstractions and collaborates with the local Public Health Follow Up to manage workflows in THISIS. Collaborates with the HIV Surveillance Site Review Coordinator and team lead to ensure that surveillance follow up is complete and timely according to the Texas DSHS and CDC performance standards.
Essential Job Functions:
(30%) Collect reports of HIV and AIDS cases diagnosed and/or treated, which health care providers (e.g., physicians, HIV service providers, etc.) are required to complete under TAC Title 25, Part 1, Chapter 97, Subchapter F, Rule §97.132. Ensure HIV/AIDS case report forms are accurate, complete and entered timely in accordance with guidance provided in the Texas HIV Surveillance Procedure Manual.
(20%) Collect all required data elements to conduct HIV surveillance follow-up activities, including conducting medical record abstractions within three months of diagnosis for all patients seen in designated Service Area, to properly report all HIV and AIDS cases diagnosed and/or treated within designated Service Area. Perform continuous epidemiologic follow-up on all cases missing key pieces of information.
(10%) Collect reports of pediatric HIV and AIDS cases diagnosed and/or treated, infants born exposed to HIV, and pregnant women living with HIV diagnosed and/or treated, which health care providers (e.g., physicians, HIV service providers, etc.) and laboratories are required to complete under TAC Title 25, Part 1, Chapter 97, Subchapter F, Rule §97.132. Grantee is responsible for collecting the reports within designated Service Area. For each perinatal exposure investigated, staff member shall complete a Pediatric Case Report Form (PCRF) along with an updated Adult Case Report Form (ACRF) for infant’s mother.
(10%) Perform other duties designated in the HIV Surveillance statement of work
(10%) Conduct Out of State Record searches and Routine Interstate Deduplication activities as outlined in Texas HIV Surveillance Procedure Manual to conduct out-of-state record searches.
(10%) Manage THISIS workflows assigned to designated Service Area.
(5%) Perform person and disease case deduplication.
(5%) Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Skill in collecting, organizing and interpreting data.
Skill in preparing reports and delivering public health information in presentations.
Skill in verbal and written communications.
Ability to work with others to resolve complex issues.
Ability to train others regarding quality data collection and data entry.
Knowledge of word processing, database software applications, and spreadsheet software applications.
Knowledge of infectious disease control or disease surveillance.
Knowledge of HIV control and/or reporting.
Skill in collecting, organizing and interpreting data.
Skill in preparing reports and delivering public health information in presentations.
Skill in verbal and written communications.
Ability to work with others to resolve complex issues.
Ability to train others regarding quality data collection and data entry.
Knowledge of word processing, database software applications, and spreadsheet software applications.
Knowledge of infectious disease control or disease surveillance.
Knowledge of HIV control and/or reporting.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:
None
None
Initial Selection Criteria:
Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in social science, computer science, statistical analysis, behavioral science and/or biostatistics. Years of experience in applicable public health programs such as chronic or infectious disease may substitute for education on a year-by-year basis. Experience with/in public health, surveillance, and infectious disease control preferred.
Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in social science, computer science, statistical analysis, behavioral science and/or biostatistics. Years of experience in applicable public health programs such as chronic or infectious disease may substitute for education on a year-by-year basis. Experience with/in public health, surveillance, and infectious disease control preferred.
Additional Information:
In addition to rewarding, meaningful work, DSHS offers a variety of benefits, which can be found at https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance, and generous leave based on years of service. A list of State of Texas holidays is available at: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Holidays. Occasional overtime and extended hours may be required. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
SALARY NOTE: Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual Chapter 7.
In addition to rewarding, meaningful work, DSHS offers a variety of benefits, which can be found at https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance, and generous leave based on years of service. A list of State of Texas holidays is available at: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Holidays. Occasional overtime and extended hours may be required. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
SALARY NOTE: Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual Chapter 7.
MOS Code:
Note: There may be no military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
Note: There may be no military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
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