Disease Intervention Specialist - Fort Wayne, United States - Allen County Government

Allen County Government

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Fort Wayne, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Under the direction of the HIV/STD Prevention Division Director, the HIV/STD Disease Intervention Specialist reduces the complications of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, through surveillance, case detection through screening, treatment, partner services, case management, and education
This position is offered a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes:

Medical, dental, vision and more available first day of employment
Longevity pay increases: 6 months, 1, 3, 5, 10, 15 and 20 years
Retirement plan with up to 5% matching
Generous paid time off and holidays
Paid time off received after 30, 60 & 180 days
Gym membership and Wellness reimbursements available through insurance plan

This position is full time, nonexempt, and covered as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.

Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm and as needed; Monday - Friday; Ability to be on 24-hour call

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for performing partner services and case management to individuals who are infected with sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, and to other persons who are at increased risk for infection to prevent transmission of these diseases and to prevent complications.
Responsible for providing case management which includes interviewing individuals diagnosed with sexually transmitted infections (STI's) and/or HIV infection. Provides information and counseling concerning testing, treatment, prevention education, partner referrals and additional patient referrals.
Assists individuals following HIV testing to provide for psychological needs, referrals, education, information on transmission, behavior/harm reduction risks, testing procedures and results in clinical, field and community settings.
Conducts ongoing followup with HIVpositive individuals regarding dutytoinform laws, community referrals and highrisk intervention.
Responsible for coordination of comprehensive case management services of HIV positive individuals and timely linkage to HIV medical care.
Conducts timely case investigations with individuals for STI and HIV testing, harm reduction, behavior modification and partner services, in both clinical and outreach settings. Detailed documentation of investigations in required state database.
Maintains frequent communication with area physicians and health providers to confirm treatment, locate patients in need of therapy, requests information and assists with treatment of individuals showing symptoms of, or diagnosed with, STI's.
Responsible for following up with providers reporting STIs in order to complete timely case management and partner services and assure adequate medication treatments.
Responsible for following up with providers reporting positive HIV tests to establish patient notification, referrals, and facilitate prompt linkage to HIV care. Conducts ongoing followup with HIVpositive individuals regarding dutytoinform laws, partner services, community referrals and high

- risk intervention.

Ensures compliance with established State and federal laws and regulations related to disease control and prevention.
Encourages and/or conducts partner services and interviews for positive STI/HIV tests, locates and notifies transmission contacts according to disease priority using investigative skills learned through Centers for Disease Control and Prevention epidemiology training including field visits.
Maintains detailed records including surveillance reports, case investigation notes, client demographics and epidemiological information on individuals tested and/or interviewed using a variety of state databases.
Maintains ability to work independently and to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Performs phlebotomy or rapid serology testing on patients needing or requesting HIV counseling and testing, syphilis and/or hepatitis testing.
Assists with research and preparation of special education projects for community providers, as well as highrisk groups and develops public awareness, outreach, and advertisement programs.
Coordinates with community organizations for collaborative outreach events.
Maintains current knowledge of local, national and international disease trends and outbreaks,, local resources and new issues related to HIV/STI prevention and treatment.
Conducts presentations at local schools, treatment facilities, jails, and community corrections regarding HIV/STI prevention and treatment.
Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.

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