Contact Tracer
Florida Department of Health Walton County Health Department is seeking to fill the position of Contact Tracer.
Salary: $ 21.00/hour
REQUIREMENTS:
This position is a Contact Tracer position that reports directly to the Senior Community Health Nursing Director. This is a temporary position based on need to assist with the COVID 19 pandemic response. This position and is anticipated to continue through the end of 2021. Duties include assisting with coronavirus testing within Walton county through the scheduling of testing, assisting with the performance of testing, and assuring proper follow-up after testing. Assists as a member of the testing team. Assists with preparation of test materials and with site set-up. Prepares sample for person performing test and assures proper laboratory accounting of samples. Delivers test results to clients under direction of physician. Assures proper documentation of results and client communication. Requires work in hot outdoor environments and wear of personal protective equipment, including N95 mask, limited lifting to 50 pounds, and standing for prolonged periods. Requires knowledge of basic infection control measures. Requires ability to complete written forms with legibility, converse with clients and staff in an understandable fashion while wearing a mask, and to enter data in basic computer programs and electronic medical records. This is a 40 hour per week position. Employee may be expected to work outside of normal 8 AM to 5 PM work hours and on weekends.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field
• Valid CPR certification
• Must also have a valid Driver’s License.
Preference is given to bilingual candidates with Spanish language ability.
Preference will be given to individuals who have experience with Merlin, HMS, and other DOH record systems.
This position requires a level II security background check.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.
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