Definition

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Performs venipuncture and other diagnostic tests in order to determine presence of infectious diseases;

Counsels clients before and after testing for infectious diseases, including information on disease, treatment, and future prevention, benefits, and possible ramifications of testing and specific referral for medical evaluation, TB testing, and social support systems;

Interviews clients and conducts field investigations in a variety of settings including clinics, residences, prisons, and other public facilities;

Conducts partner services activities in accordance with established guidelines for individuals who are infected with a sexually transmitted disease and their sexual and/or needle-sharing partners; encourages testing for persons who may have been exposed to an infectious disease;

Prepares client interaction summaries and completes required documentation;

Gathers epidemiologic data to assist in the determination of probable source and spread relationships and the development of an agenda for prospective re-interviews;

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with host area officials, agencies, and individuals who have impact on the disease prevention program;

Provides advice and information to the private medical community regarding diagnosis, treatment, and control of HIV, Hepatitis C, and other sexually transmitted infectious diseases;

Makes client referrals to physicians and other community-based organizations for testing and treatment services;

Provides support services for research or special project programs;

Performs HIV, Hepatitis C, and other sexually transmitted infectious diseases education for target groups according to CDC's Guidelines for Education;

Utilizes computer to order laboratory tests and to access and enter client charting information;

May transport clients to and from clinics or other facilities for treatment and preventive services;

May be assigned to serve as a member of a Disaster Recovery/Business Resumption team, Incident Response Team, or similar public health response team which may include the conduct of operations on a 24/7 basis at remote locations.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of the twelfth school grade and one (1) year of experience interviewing and counseling individuals on issues/topics of infectious disease, sexual health, or another closely related area. Substitution(s): Four (4) college courses in a physical, natural, social, or behavioral science may be substituted for the required experience. A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of a high school diploma.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

Positions allocated to this classification may require State of Ohio or federal certification or licensure due to the nature of, or the funding requirements for, the program.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-1826-V1
Employment Type: Full-Time (Limited)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Krystie Weist
Department of Columbus Public Health
Division of Health
240 Parsons Ave.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
P: (614) 645-5589
E: [email protected]