Bilingual Health Specialist

Maximus; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare solutions provider is seeking a Health Specialist to provide advanced clinical inquiry responses on health-related issues. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in English and Spanish. The position allows remote work and pays between $34.85 and $68.55 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must currently and permanently reside in the Continental US.
• Experience in medical, scientific and public health discipline.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical inquiry responses to health-related inquiries.
• Document all incoming inquiries.
• Composes documents, reports, and correspondence.

Skills

Clinical knowledge of CDC topics

Excellent communication skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Proficient internet search skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description & Requirements

The Health Specialist role is to provide advanced and accurate clinical inquiry responses to health related, disease control and prevention issues, including questions related to bioterrorism, first responders and national emergency situations from medical and other health care professionals, educators, and government agencies.

The position is a BYOD which means you will need to use your own device, personal computer or laptop, for training. Tablets, iPads, and Chromebooks are not permitted.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides advanced clinical inquiry responses (verbal and written) to health-related inquiries from consumers, educators or medical/health professionals.
• Provides medical subject matter expertise.
• Performs advanced database searches.
• Composes documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Documents all incoming inquiries.
• Participates in special projects as required.
• Provide advanced clinical inquiry responses (verbal and written) to health related inquiries from consumers, educators and medical/health professionals including State and local health departments and other government offices.
• Provide subject matter expertise on CDC topics covered by CDC-INFO which includes HIV/AIDS, Immunizations, Environmental Health, NIOSH; Tuberculosis and Statistics, to name a few.
• Respond to inquiries resulting from current events, such as food outbreaks, natural disasters and other events.
• Perform advanced database searches.
• Perform assigned work in accordance with quality assurance measures.
• Respond to medical personnel and clinicians in both verbal and written formats.

Education and Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and current RN license is required.
• English and Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Experience in medical, scientific and public health discipline.
• Clinical knowledge of and experienced in CDC related topics.
• Proficient internet search skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn and utilize software applications.
• Excellent listening, comprehension, communications (verbal and written), problem solving and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.
• Must have demonstrated excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to organize simultaneous tasks.
• Ability to speak and read English and Spanish clearly, professionally, and fluently.
• Must currently and permanently reside in the Continental US.

Home Office Requirements

• Internet speed of 20mbps or higher required / 50 Mbps for shared internet connectivity.
• Minimum 5 Mbps upload speed.
• Connectivity to the internet via either Wi-Fi or Category 5 or 6 ethernet patch cable to the home router.
• Private work area and adequate power source.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2-4 years of experience.
• May have additional training or education in area of specialization.
• Must be fluent in English and specified secondary language.

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

For positions on this contract, Maximus will pay the prevailing wage rate for the location in which the employee is working, as determined by the Department of Labor. That wage rate will vary depending on locality. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews—please contact People Operations at [e-mail].

Minimum Salary

$34.85

Maximum Salary

$68.55

Compensation

$35-$69

Remote

Yes