Syphilis Reactor Desk

Job Description:

Syphilis Reactor Desk

Description

Job Posting Title
Syphilis Reactor Desk

Agency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization
340 Sexual Health and Harm Reduction 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
Full time

Job Type
Regular

Compensation

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!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: Central Office - 123 Robert S Kerr Ave, OKC

Salary: up to $46,830.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Primary Hours: 8-5

Position Description:

The Syphilis Reactor Desk is responsible for the processing of syphilis results reported to the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH). This involves reviewing laboratory reports for completeness, communicating with healthcare providers and monitoring syphilis for possible new infections, reinfection, treatment failure, adequate treatment, or record closure. Resolve issues related to data quality, quality assurance, and evaluation of syphilis.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Initiates syphilis cases for field investigations for the entire state of Oklahoma.
  
• Conduct provider and/or laboratory follow-up on information that is missing, incomplete or inaccurate.
  
• Conduct provider follow-up on persons of childbearing age to determine pregnancy status.
  
• Process laboratory results via Oklahoma’s surveillance system as well as routinely received electronic syphilis results (i.e. CPL, RML, etc.)
  
• Assist with resolving issues found during syphilis quality assurance (QA) processes.
  
• Trains other staff on syphilis data entry and follow-up.
  
• Develops and maintains confidential and complex files.
  
• Interprets and advice on internal and external customers on departmental or program rules, regulations, and laws.
  
• Serve as a backup in initiating syphilis cases for interstate notification.
  
• Assist the STI Reactor desk with QA as needed.
  
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

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.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

At least 5 years of technical clerical office work or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in processing electronic applications is required.

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 spelling, punctuation, and business English; of business mathematics; of modern office methods and procedures; of the maintenance of complex records; and of the major policies and procedures governing assigned programs. Ability is required to maintain effective working relationships with others; to handle confidential work; to interpret and handle routine matters in accordance with agency policy; and to follow oral and written instructions.
  
• Must be capable of communicating corrective action for program adherence with outside partners in a professional manner to maintain business relationships and improve effectiveness of application processes.
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. 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.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .

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