Loyal Source
Public Health Advisor
Edinburgh, IN
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We are urgently hiring multiple Public Health Advisors who are looking for the opportunity to do humanitarian work supporting the refugee population in Indiana.
- Meals and lodging provided
- 12 hour shifts
- Day, Night and Weekend availability needed
Public Health Advisors provide consultation support services on the medical, epidemiologic and prevention aspects of infectious diseases. The PHA performs various functions and services, such as epidemiologic casework, promotional, and associated support activities. The advisor applies a basic knowledge of the particular disease control program as it operates in the assigned location, the diagnostic and treatment resources available, and the involvement of any other organizations which may be affiliated with the disease control effort.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Designate refugees needing transportation to a local hospital for further evaluation and diagnosis due to being suspected of being infected with an infectious disease (e.g., COVID-19)
- Responsible for following up with the hospital for a final diagnosis
- Provide refugees with information, directives and resources
- Responsible for generating electronic and written records related to the public health risk assessment during the screening process
- Display technical and interpersonal competence in independently, meeting and partnering with other program health personnel on matters which transcend individual cases
- Resolve all but the most demanding casework problems and to gain the confidence, support, and cooperation of medical, laboratory, and other persons with operational aspects of the program
- Independently make complete casework arrangements
- Develop and expand contacts as the situation requires, and initiate contact with health workers who may not have been previously involved with the disease control effort
- Other duties as assigned within the scope of the role
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Health Education, Health Communications, Infectious Disease, or Community Health
- At least one (1) year experience in public health environment
- At least one (1) year experience in infection prevention
- Must be able to work in a team environment with limited supervision
- Willingness to interact with individuals who may be suspected of being infected with an infectious disease
- Proficient in operation of office equipment such as computers, phones, etc.
- Ability to work onsite (not a telework position)
- Per the Presidential Executive Order 14042, all associates supporting the federal government are required to be fully vaccinated. All applicants will be required to show proof of vaccination upon hire.
Loyal Source is an Orlando-based workforce solutions provider dedicated to delivering elite services worldwide. With a focus in government healthcare, technical and support services, engineering, and travel healthcare, Loyal Source provides exceptional custom solutions to both private enterprise and government agencies.
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