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Under general supervision, provide program-specific outreach and/or investigation activities of communicable diseases

 

Job Description:

Counsel individuals on prevention of communicable diseases e.g. HIV, STIs, TB, etc. Conduct fact-finding and/or informational interviews. Refer citizens to appropriate agency or program. Answer citizen questions and provide assistance. Conduct public health investigations as required by position. Counsel physicians, laboratories, clinics, etc. about disease reporting requirements Research information as requested and/or needed. Perform program-specific outreach activities such as TB/HIV/STI education, testing and counseling. Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection. Compile data/information and prepare reports. Some positions may require employee to meet patients at home, work or elsewhere to administer medications or perform testing, as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. • Related experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

 

Notes to Candidate:

This is a Grant-Funded position, slated to end May 2027.

The pay range for this position is: $23.44 - $26.83

 

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.