Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist I

oshr.nc.gov

$43,477.00 - $65,216.00; recruitment range: $43,47...
Not specified (assumed to be field-based with potential remote reporting).
Field-based investigations
Conduct personal interviews
Explain disease processes
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services seeks a Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist I to conduct field investigations related to sexually transmitted diseases and HIV. The role requires interviewing individuals, providing education, and performing phlebotomy while working closely with local health departments and community stakeholders

Job Summary

  • The Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist I position supports the Communicable Disease Branch by conducting field-based investigations to identify, locate, and interview individuals associated with high‑priority sexually transmitted disease and HIV cases across multiple counties.
  • Work includes providing education, consultation, and technical assistance to local health departments and private providers on interview techniques, treatment procedures, and quality control standards.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits, including health insurance options, retirement plans, NCFlex program, paid leave, and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services seeks a Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist I to conduct field investigations related to sexually transmitted diseases and HIV. The role requires interviewing individuals, providing education, and performing phlebotomy while working closely with local health departments and community stakeholders.

Salary

$43,477.00 - $65,216.00; Recruitment Range: $43,477.00 - $50,000.00; Benefits: Comprehensive state benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Field-based investigations
  • Conduct personal interviews
  • Explain disease processes
  • Phlebotomy procedures
  • Partner notification activities
  • Travel across assigned counties

Nice-to-have

  • Supportive counseling techniques
  • Risk-reduction education
  • Effective working relationships
  • Evaluate quality and impact

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Intermediate proficiency in structured interview processes
  • Proven skill performing field investigations
  • Professional experience providing technical assistance
  • Advanced skills in conducting phlebotomy

Work Rights

Not specified

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