Disease Intervention Specialist II - Field Outreach

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County Health and Human Services is seeking a Disease Intervention Specialist II for the TB Clinic in Dallas, TX. The role interviews, educates and counsels patients with communicable diseases to ensure timely medical care.

Responsibilities include assisting staff with field visits, identifying and notifying patients to secure proper care, drawing blood for infectious diseases, supporting outbreak investigations and conducting seminars with physicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• One year of work-related experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Interview, educate and counsel patients about infectious diseases.
• Identify, locate and notify patients to ensure proper medical care and follow up.
• Draw blood for infectious disease testing and related activities.
• Assist with outbreak investigations and field visits.
• Conduct seminars with physicians and clinics on infectious diseases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Dallas County Health and Human Services is seeking a Disease Intervention Specialist II for the TB Clinic in Dallas, TX. The role interviews, educates and counsels patients with communicable diseases to ensure timely medical care.

Responsibilities include assisting staff with field visits, identifying and notifying patients to secure proper care, drawing blood for infectious diseases, supporting outbreak investigations and conducting seminars with physicians.