Communicable Disease Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

TITLE:                 Communicable Disease Program Manager
DEPARTMENT:   Public Health
REPORTS TO:     Director of Nursing (DON)
FLSA:                  Exempt, Medical (E-M)

CLASS:               Non-Bargaining

I. POSITION SUMMARY:

The Communicable Disease Program Manager is responsible for the coordination of Communicable Diseases, Tuberculosis, Immunizations, Laboratory Services, OSHA, Safety, and Hazards Communication programs.  This position is also responsible for reporting, investigating and surveillance of local reportable diseases and outbreaks, as well as working collaboratively with state and regional IDPH staff.   

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 
   Takes the lead role in receiving communicable disease and chronic disease reports, including reviewing disease reports to detect unusual patterns and/or outbreaks and daily monitoring of Illinois –National Electronic Disease Surveillance Systems (I-NEDSS) for new and ongoing communicable disease case investigations.
2. 
   Serves as the local administrator of I-NEDSS and is responsible for setting up and monitoring user accounts and providing training to staff.
3. 
   Coordinates the tuberculosis program; including monitoring of all active and latent TB cases assigned to S7HD. Assists nursing staff as needed to meet program requirements and client needs.
4. 
   Performs home visits, site visits, and any additional type visits deemed necessary to accomplish all aspects of investigating and reporting of communicable diseases.
5. 
   Assists with epidemic and endemic outbreak investigations, as well as suspected or confirmed bioterrorism incidents and/or other public health emergencies.
6. 
   Implements and monitors infection control program for public health clinics including but not limited to training staff on proper infection control practices, investigating incidents of infection, and ensuring availability of supplies required for infection control. Keeps the DON informed of all aspects of this activity.
7. 
   Analyzes, prepares, and maintains written reports on disease incidence, surveillance systems, and investigations. Compiles a monthly summary or reported communicable disease and submits it to the DON.
8. 
   Develops and maintains relationships with reporting sources including but not limited to physicians, hospitals, clinics, and laboratories for the purpose of improving disease surveillance and control.
9. 
   Coordinates immunization program in accordance with CDC regulations. Oversees vaccine inventory, storage, handling, and administration.   Prepares and administers vaccines for immunization in accordance with medical policies, procedures, and standing orders.
10. 
    Participates in appropriate task forces, staff and interagency meetings as needed.
11. 
    Serves as the OSHA Coordinator for public health clinics including but not limited to: providing bloodborne pathogen training for agency staff, investigating and completing follow up on any BBP exposure, maintaining respiratory protection program for agency staff (including initial and annual respiratory FIT testing and maintenance of respiratory supplies), and participating in hazard communications and risk assessments for public health clinics.
12. 
    Coordinates laboratory services at all public health clinics according to CLIA standards and provides training to staff according to best practices for laboratory services and conducts annual competencies for nursing staff working in the lab setting.
13. 
    Performs delegated medical functions as outlined in agency policies.
14. 
    Complies with all standard operating procedures regarding employee health and safety, including but not limited to OHSA, CLIA, and EPA regulations regarding waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment, and completion of incident reports.
15. 
    Assures that medical supplies and equipment are maintained in an appropriate manner and reports any problems, malfunctions, or supply issues to the DON in a timely manner.
16. 
    Complies and is familiar with the requirements of the policies and procedures adopted by Southern Seven Health Department as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

III. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 
   Coordinates CPR classes for public health department including serving as an instructor for BLS Provider, Heart Saver, and First Aid Certification classes and tracking certifications and renewals.
2. 
   Assists environmental health staff with animal bite investigations including making necessary contacts with bite victims, animal control agencies, and hospital/clinic professionals to assist with rabies investigations and control.
3. 
   Responsible for cleanliness of office, facility, vehicles, and other areas applicable to the well-being and image of the program.
4. 
   Participates as a member of the after-hours response team.
5. 
   Serves as a member of the Incident Command Team and attends trainings when offered to fulfill duties for assigned role.
6. 
   Participates on agency committees to represent Management as assigned by the Executive Director.

IV. ADDITONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. All duties necessary to meet requirements of the agency.

V. TRAINING COMPONENT

• Participates in continuing education and staff development through coaching, seminars, conferences, 
  or workshops at personal or departmental expenses.
  

VI. QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education, Training and Experience:
   1. Requires a Registered Nurse license in Illinois 
   2. Prefer a BSN
   3. Prefer prior experience in a public health setting
2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
   1. Effective oral and written communication skills
   2. Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
   3. Knowledge and use of modern office practices and procedures, including basic computer skills.
   4. Knowledge and use of English language and grammar.
   5. Knowledge and use of appropriate telephone etiquette.
   6. Ability to carry detailed oral and written instructions.
   7. Ability to plan, organize, and supervise work of others and encourage problem solving.
3. Certification and Other Requirements:
   1. Requirements: Illinois RN license, background/criminal check, employee physical assessment, Mandated Reporter, valid driver’s license & auto liability insurance
   2. Recommendations: Hepatitis B Vaccine
   3. Maintain home or message telephone
4. Physical Requirements:
   1. Strength: Lift/carry up to 25 pounds on occasion and 10 pounds frequently.
   2. Movement:
      1. Routine:
         1. Sit, walk, or stand for prolonged periods of time.
         2. Lift horizontally and vertically, bend and stoop, push/pull, twist, carry, crouch, squat, kneel, 
            crawl, climb, reach above shoulder level.
         3. Hear and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone.
      2. Occasion: Use near visual acuity to review both written documents and text on computer monitor.
   3. Drive an automobile.
   4. Operate a telephone, keyboard and mouse.
   5. Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure: Minimal Occupational Exposure

"Southern Seven Health Department is an "Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled "