Perinatal and Reproductive Health Intern

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH is offering a part-time Perinatal and Reproductive Health Intern position in Oklahoma City. The role provides data analysis and analytic support to the PRH Division, under supervision, with duties including reporting and interpretation of results.

The internship requires a bachelor’s degree in relevant fields; pursuing a master’s degree is desirable. The position emphasizes rigor in analysis and collaboration with FSPS teams.

Qualifications

• Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in community health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or statistics.
• A qualified applicant should have a demonstrated ability to apply appropriate statistical tests to public health data.
• Pursuing a master’s degree is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis of Emergency Department data to explore Maternal Morbidity patterns.
• Evaluate the short-term goals accomplished by the work groups of the Maternal Health Taskforce
• Explore trends related to acute renal failure and other top causes of maternal morbidity and mortality.

Skills

Epidemiology knowledge

Statistical analysis

SAS

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in community health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or statistics

Master's degree (desirable)

Tools

SAS

Job description

Job Posting Title

Perinatal and Reproductive Health Intern Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization 340 Family Support & Prevention Service

Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time Part time

Job Type Temporary

Compensation The hourly amount for this position is $21.00 based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here! RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive.

Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Job Description

Location: 123. Robert S. Kerr Salary: up to $21.00 hourly, based on education and experience Full Time /Part Time: Part time Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Primary Hours: Time may vary

Position Description

This position provides data analysis and technical support to the Perinatal and Reproductive Health Division (PRH) Epidemiologist. Under the direct supervision of the Administrative Program Manager for Family Support and Prevention Service (FSPS) Assessment, the PRH Intern will perform analyses of client services data, assist with the interpretation of analytic results, and prepare reports to document and distribute findings.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Support analysis of Emergency Department data to explore Maternal Morbidity patterns.
• Evaluate the short-term goals accomplished by the work groups of the Maternal Health Taskforce
• Explore trends related to acute renal failure and other top causes of maternal morbidity and mortality.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in community health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or statistics.
• A qualified applicant should have a demonstrated ability to apply appropriate statistical tests to public health data.
• Pursuing a master’s degree is desirable.

Application Requirements

If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of epidemiologic methods, statistical theories, and analysis techniques applied to population-based data.
• Knowledge of public health programs.
• Knowledge of and working experience in using SAS statistical analysis software.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis on datasets.
• Ability to apply epidemiologic skills to survey design and interpretation of analysis.
• Effectively communicate through written and oral presentations for both analytic and general audiences.
• Ability to interact positively with peers, program staff, policy makers, health care partners, and the public.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Agency Contact

Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between.

Industries

Government Administration

Worker Size

10,001+ Employees

Headquarters

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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