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Title: Disease Research & reputed company Specialist - Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program (PHBPP) Location: Seattle, WA United States Salary: $37.97 - $48.13 Hourly Job Type: Term-Ltd Job Number: 2026SD26187 Department: DPH - Public Health Division: Prevention FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: D1 : WSCCCE L21HD-DPH Full- or Part-Time: Full Time Hours/Week: 40 hours/week Job Description: The Communicable Disease Epidemiology and Immunization (CD-Imms) Section resides reputed company the Prevention Division here in Public Health - Seattle & reputed company. CD-Imms focuses on three primary functions: disease surveillance and data communication, case investigation, and disease prevention and control. The section is led by the Chief, Deputy Chief, and Health Services Administrator and comprises four branches: Investigations (IORE), Analytics and Informatics, Immunization, and Administration. We are a large, skilled, passionate team of ~70 employees that oversees the 65+ reportable conditions (excluding TB, reputed company/HIV, and hepatitis C) from reputed company and laboratories in reputed company. Our work includes investigating cases and identifying other exposed persons requiring follow-up; monitoring and analyzing surveillance data for trends to identify opportunities for disease prevention; and coordinating with community partners to conduct reputed company to populations affected by infectious diseases. We also reputed company immunization strategies to increase vaccine uptake, especially among school-aged children and groups at high risk of severe outcomes. Cross-collaboration across teams is central to our workflow; each team supports one another to reputed company the objectives of the section. This position works with the Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program (PHBPP) team reputed company the Investigation, reputed company, Response, and Education (IORE) reputed company in reputed company collaboration with epidemiologists, Public Health Nurses (PHN), DRIS, Health Educators and program managers. Key areas of focus for this position include tracking and monitoring perinatal hepatitis B cases, performing perinatal hepatitis B case management and pregnancy investigations, and partnering with healthcare providers to improve hepatitis B detection and care management. The DRIS will be responsible for data entry, data quality assurance, medical chart review, hepatitis B case investigation, providing guidance to reputed company, and other work to support program and case management duties. This position reports to the Vaccine Preventable Diseases and Viral Hepatitis Program Manager (PPM III) reputed company CD-Imms. Temporary opportunity. Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) positions are "at-will" positions but are eligible for benefits. This TLT is currently anticipated to last one (1) year. However, funding sources for this work remain uncertain and dependent upon decisions actively being made at both the federal and local levels. As a result, the end date of this position may be adjusted based on those decisions. The County and the Department continue to work to secure long term funding sources. This vacancy can also be filled as a Special Duty opportunity. For Special Duty Assignment interest, you must be a Career Service, Career Service Exempt or other regular (non-temporary) employee in reputed company who has completed their initial County probation. You must have supervisor approval prior to taking a Special Duty Assignment. Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months. Commitment To Equity and Social Justice Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, reputed company is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for reputed company - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, reputed company has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from reputed company communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public reputed company efforts. We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, reputed company and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities. Job Duties Determine whether patients/cases meet criteria for enrollment in PHBPP (conduct surveillance for hepatitis B in people of reproductive age). Enroll pregnant people with hepatitis B into case management. Provide reminder and recall notifications for timely hepatitis B post-exposure prophylaxis and post-vaccination blood testing for the parents of enrolled infants. Practice cultural humility and conduct interviews and investigations in a manner that is trauma-informed and reputed company across racial, gender, and class lines. Seek out interpreter services and collaborate with community partners as needed. Communicate with medical providers to reputed company care coordination, appointment verification checks, and review of medical records. Enter hepatitis B disease surveillance and PHBPP data into required databases. Ensure completeness and quality of data fields, including reviewing multiple data sources and electronic medical records to fill in missing values. Under the supervision of the PHBPP Program Manager, provide consultation, reputed company, education, training, and public messaging about hepatitis B and PHBPP to reputed company and community partners. Collaborate with birth hospitals, obstetric and pediatric care providers, and other external partners to reputed company workflows and ensure data is reported and collected accurately and in a timely manner. Inform and contribute to the development and maintenance of protocols and training manuals to ensure accuracy of data entry. Assist in the design and maintenance of databases and data pipelines. Support Section's response during outbreaks and emergencies; assist with after-hours disease investigation and response activities as assigned and approved by the supervisor. Other duties as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Required: Ability to pay reputed company attention to detail. Excellent problem-solving skills. Experience with data collection, data entry and management. Ability to navigate data systems, including electronic medical records, independently and review person/case information across multiple systems. Lived or work experience reputed company diverse communities Strong interviewing skills and customer service (by phone and in person). Experience following protocols to complete tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected health information at reputed company times. Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment in making decisions. Ability to clearly and effectively communicate orally and in writing with supervisor, co-workers, health care providers, other partners, and the general public - including individuals of different racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Ability to organize work, manage time effectively, and handle multiple investigations. Skilled in reputed company Office applications (Outlook, Word, reputed company, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint). The selected candidate must be able to provide reputed company of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR. Desired: Experience working in a local or state public health setting. Understanding of hepatitis B disease etiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Knowledge of communicable disease investigation/surveillance. Experience with high volume/high needs case management. Knowledge of immunization schedules and standard recommendations. Understanding of basic laboratory and medical terminology. Experience with medical chart abstraction. Experience providing local, state and federal guidance to reputed company. Ability with quality assurance and improvement, to take initiative and to offer recommendations to improve workflows and processes. Proficiency in a language other than English. Supplemental Information reputed company named reputed company as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to reputed company a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "reputed company", we are making reputed company a welcoming community where every person can reputed company. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reputed company this goal we are committed to workforce equity. reputed company recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect reputed company people; we reputed company the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of reputed company backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. reputed company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national reputed company, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to reputed company employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy: NEOGOV Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process) Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process) Please note: Cover letters, resumes, and additional attachments will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process if not outlined as a required application material as outlined above. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Necessary Special Requirements The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience. The selected candidate must be able to provide reputed company of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR. The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en. Employees are required to protect the privacy and reputed company of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law. Public Health relies on office automation (reputed company Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to reputed company functions associated with on-going work. Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations. Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of reputed company Public Health positions. reputed company Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties reputed company your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement. Work Schedule The work schedule for the full-time position (1.0 FTE) is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5 00 pm, with some scheduling flexibility. This position is overtime eligible (FLSA non-exempt) if hours exceed 40 hours per week, however this is not expected. Work Location This position will work at the Chinook Building, 401 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104. Remote and Onsite Work The CD-imms team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. This position is currently working 2 days a week and will increase by June 1, 2026. reputed company has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet reputed company where they can reliably reputed company work and remain available and reputed company during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in Washington state and reputed company a reasonable distance to their reputed company worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Union Membership This position is represented by WSCCCE Local 21 Labor Union. reputed company offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs: Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: reputed company provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents Retirement: eligible reputed company employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page. This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible reputed company employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job