Disease Research and Intervention Specialist

2 weeks ago

Seattle, Washington, United States King County Full time
Job Summary

King County is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Disease Research and Intervention Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Public Health department, you will play a critical role in preventing and controlling the spread of infectious diseases, including HIV, STDs, and HCV. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about improving the health and well-being of our community.

Job Duties
  • Investigate case reports of persons diagnosed with an STD in King County, with a focus on HIV
  • Interact with healthcare providers at medical clinics, hospitals, laboratories, and correctional facilities
  • Contact individuals living with HIV who are not in care, using a variety of methods, including mail, phone calls, text messages, and in-person visits
  • Use motivational interviewing skills to help individuals living with HIV who are not accessing medical care get into (or return to) medical care
  • Work on-clinic shifts to interview patients in Sexual Health Clinic for sex partners and provide counseling, education, and referrals as appropriate based on risk factors
  • Notify patients diagnosed with STDs and conduct interviews to elicit partner names and locate information
  • Notify exposed partners to arrange for exam, testing, and/or treatment
  • Perform venipuncture and conduct HIV/Syphilis/HCV testing and counseling
  • Provide patients with information about potential health risks related to STDs/HIV and assist in developing a client-centered plan to reduce future risk for STDs/HIV
  • Maintain detailed records regarding interactions with patients and injection equipment sharing/sex partners
  • Assure confidentiality of all records, data, and information as required by section, department, state, and/or federal regulation
  • Participate in trainings as required
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements
  • Experience interviewing and eliciting information regarding sensitive, individual personal behaviors
  • Experience extracting information from medical records or utilizing an electronic health record (EHR) in a healthcare or research setting
  • Basic knowledge about HIV/STD epidemiology and clinical issues, specifically HIV
  • Experience interacting with high-needs, vulnerable populations, particularly those who are street involved, are drug using, and/or have mental health issues
  • Current BLS CPR certification with AED training
Preferred Qualifications
  • Fluency in Spanish or other languages
  • Experience working in a public health setting
  • Knowledge of HIV/STD/HCV prevention and treatment guidelines
How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our online application system. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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