Public Health Advisor, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control

1 month ago

Bronx, New York, United States City of New York Full time
Job Title: Public Health Advisor, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control

The New York City (NYC) Bureau of Tuberculosis Control (BTBC) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Public Health Advisor to join our team. As a Public Health Advisor, you will play a critical role in preventing the spread of tuberculosis (TB) and eliminating it as a public health problem in NYC.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Plan and conduct TB contact investigations in non-household and congregate settings, such as worksites, schools, and shelters
  • Communicate with patients, providers, laboratory and other staff (in person or on the phone) to conduct interviews, collect relevant information, and arrange for follow-up medical evaluations
  • Assess results of investigations to determine if further expansion of the investigation is warranted
  • Assist in conducting TB education sessions at sites where exposures have occurred
  • Conduct phlebotomy on persons needing TB testing, including administering diagnostic testing for TB and collecting and transporting specimens as needed
  • Perform TB testing in community settings as part of contact investigations or community screenings
Requirements:
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by twelve semester credits in health education, or in health, social or biological sciences
  • Or a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and six months of full-time satisfactory experience in a health promotion or disease intervention/prevention program, performing one or more of the following: interviewing, conducting field investigations, assessing health risks, making referrals, or collecting and analyzing epidemiological data
  • Or a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in the above
Preferred Skills:
  • Bilingual: English/Chinese (all dialects) and/or English/Spanish
  • Knowledge of the health care delivery system
  • Experience working and communicating with clinicians or other health care or social service providers
  • Experience with structured interviews, medical terminology, and conducting medical chart reviews
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft suite (MS word, Excel etc.)
  • Experience working in the community in a social service, mental or public health capacity
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • The opportunity to work with a dedicated team of public health professionals
  • The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the prevention and control of tuberculosis in NYC

The NYC Health Department is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees. If you are passionate about public health and want to make a difference in the lives of New Yorkers, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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