Epidemiologist

Summit County, located in Utah, is recruiting for an Epidemiologist. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual looking to make a difference in a region that takes pride in its public health programs. Summit County is located just 20 miles east of Salt Lake City. Manages active and passive surveillance activities on infectious diseases, environmental health events, public health syndromes, health promotion activities, chronic diseases, injuries, and similar issues. Develops conclusions from surveillance data and identifies implications for public health programs. Works under the supervision of the Health Officer, or their designee. We are a drug free workplace conducting pre-employment drug testing. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage women, minorities and people with disabilities to apply. Job closes 4/28/2022 (Best to use Google Chrome to apply)

Salary Range: $65,538.42 - $91,860.53/annually

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Nursing, Health Informatics, or related Public Health field; AND
• At least three (3) years of experience in epidemiology, public health, statistics, health informatics, or related field; OR
• An equivalent of education and experience.
• Must possess valid State of Utah driver’s license.

BENEFITS

• Options for a premium free Health Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• State of Utah Retirement
• Sick Leave
• Parental Leave
• Vacation Pay
• 401K Match
• Orientation Pay Increase - up to 3% increase at the successful completion of six-month orientation period

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conducts epidemiologic studies and may lead, or assist, in field investigations to assess risk factors for adverse health outcomes and determines sources of disease outbreaks, interpret findings, and recommends prevention and control measures to Health Department leadership.
• Designs instruments and methods for the collection and analysis of disease-related data. Evaluates the usefulness of information collected and makes changes as needed. Communicates key findings from data analysis to policymakers and the public.
• Utilizes, maintains, and modifies public health databases used to organize and analyze data, ensuring the confidentiality of information.
• Utilizes data to help establish targeted prevention activities assisting leadership to make informative decisions. Presents results to appropriate health professionals and the community as needed or determined by the Health Officer.
• Collaborates and serves as a liaison with health care providers, health agencies, and other key partners to identify cases that meet surveillance criteria and obtain information needed for the investigation of cases and contacts.
• Actively participates in and guides the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Planning process for the Health Department.
• Represent the Health Department on State Public Health subcommittees as assigned by the Health Officer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.