Associate Epidemiology Specialist (696113)

MANDATORY TRAINING

The HAI AES is responsible for completing all DOH-mandated training for contract staff.

Description of Duties

This position is under the direct supervision of NHSN Epidemiologist. The HAI AES communicates and collaborates regularly with the supervisor, and other team members.

The HAI AES’s specific duties are as follows:

• Undergoes National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and Pennsylvania Patient Safety Reporting System (PA-PSRS) training, independently and under limited supervision;
• Adheres to DOH's security protocols and protect confidential patient and healthcare facility information;
• Learns and becomes proficient in using NHSN and PA-PSRS specific datasets;
• Creates and reviews reports using appropriate datasets;
• Conducts statistical analyses on NHSN and PA-PSRS using R or SAS;
• Prepares and delivers power point presentations to explain results of analysis and encourage improvement.
• Communicates concerns or problems to supervisor and/or other staff;
• Provides updates to the supervisor;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The DOH reserves the right to reject or remove any unqualified contract staff if they cannot perform their duties at an acceptable level. The supplier is expected to replace the contract staff ASAP depending on the needs of DOH.

DRESS CODE

ID must always be worn and must be visible and readable when working in Commonwealth buildings. The HAI AES shall dress in a manner that conveys professionalism.

ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

1. Interacts with team members and stakeholders using professional communication skills.
2. Uses Microsoft Teams and Zoom to participate in meetings.
3. Uses Outlook to communicate via email.
4. Uses R or SAS to create tables and figures for reports.
5. Uses Power Point to develop presentations.
6. Writes contextual information, methods, interpretation and improvement activities in reports.
7. Presents webinars regarding findings and implications.
8. Interacts with colleagues and stakeholders cooperatively to develop effective working relationships.
9. Reports problems accurately using the chain of command.
10. Keeps conversations free from discriminatory, abusive or sexually harassing comments.
11. Submits incident reports and work-related injury paperwork promptly.

CRITICAL THINKING

1. Self-driven to complete tasks.
2. Prioritizes work tasks to be accomplished.
3. Recognizes/anticipates the needs of colleagues and stakeholders.
4. Identifies recurring problems and barriers.
5. Implements practical solutions to mitigate problems and overcome barriers.
6. Organizes computer files to easily access information.
7. Coordinates with stakeholders and colleagues to accomplish the same goals.
8. Seeks guidance and permission when appropriate.
9. Identifies outliers and out of range values in data.
10. Chooses best manner to display analytic results.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

1. Always demonstrates professional conduct.
2. Demonstrates ethical behavior in the workplace.
3. Adheres to programming/coding standards.
4. Maintains a non-discriminatory work environment.
5. Abides by the Governor’s Code of Conduct and DOH Personnel Regulations, policies and procedures, and Bureau of Epidemiology policies and procedures.
6. Adheres to scheduled work hours or informs the supervisor of changes to the schedule.
7. Maintains patient and outbreak confidentiality.
8. Submits timesheets on time.

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