Epidemiologist, Bureau of Immunization

Company DescriptionJob Description The mission of the Bureau of Immunization (BOI) is to prevent the occurrence and transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) through comprehensive immunization programs. BOI promotes immunization across the lifespan from infancy through adulthood, works to eliminate disparities in vaccination coverage through data evaluation and support of equitable vaccination services, and actively responds to VPD outbreaks to mitigate their spread and impact on communities. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: -Provide support for daily operations of the Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention surveillance system reportable disease including case investigations, laboratory data review and standardization, surveillance and case management. -Monitor and assess completeness and timeliness of local laboratory and healthcare provider and facility reporting of hepatitis B in pregnant and post-partum patients. Provide oversight and respond to inter-jurisdiction disease report transferring and data requests. Review reports received through active surveillance methods to determine if reports meet case definitions and should be assigned to staff. -Conduct data cleaning for data stored in the Unit's surveillance and case system, Maven. Ensure data quality, completeness and data entry timeliness. -Contribute to developing features in the Maven system and other software used by the Unit to improve surveillance and case management efficiency and effectiveness; conduct user acceptance testing protocols and record and discuss findings with the Unit and Bureau data teams. -Work closely with the Unit Chief and other Epidemiology staff in the Bureau of Immunization and the Viral Hepatitis Program (VHP) in the Bureau of Hepatitis, Hepatitis and Sexually Transmitted Infections on activities such as patient referrals to the VHP patient navigation program, requests to identify persons who are lost to follow up, conducting audits on patient lookups in external databases (RHIOs). -May develop and deliver presentations at internal, local, state or national meetings and conferences. -Participate in Public Health emergency responses workflow monitoring and record deduplication. PREFERRED SKILLS: *Experience cleaning and analyzing large datasets using SAS *Experience applying epidemiological methods and conducting infectious disease surveillance case investigations in public health practice *Excellent computer skills in MS Access, MS Excel, and SAS or equivalent *Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills. Why you should work for us: -Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: oa premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. oadditional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. oa public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. oa tax-deferred savings program and oa robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. -Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. -Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549. PUBLIC HEALTH EPIDEMIOLOGIST - 51181 Qualifications 1. A master's degree in public health or epidemiology from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 12 graduate credits in epidemiology; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university plus two years of full-time paid experience as a health professional in a position which requires data collection and the reading and interpretation of medical charts and medical information in support of surveillance and epidemiologic investigations. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer 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, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.