Surveillance Research Associate - PT

Heluna Health invites applicants for a part-time Surveillance Research Associate position for HIV Core Surveillance, a section of the Applied Research Community Health Epidemiology & Surveillance (ARCHES) Branch of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH).

This is a temporary, grant-funded, part time (20 hours), benefitted position. Employment is provided by Heluna Health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs medical chart abstraction at remote and designated hospitals, clinics, and medical offices
• Corresponds with out of state Surveillance representatives to de-duplicate cases
• Follows HIV Surveillance protocols and procedures to ensure confidentiality and accuracy of data collected
• Participates in all HIV Surveillance-related trainings and meetings
• Performs other related duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience
• High School graduate or equivalent
• Six (6) months of verifiable experience working with a culturally diverse population providing health information, education, intervention, and/or referral services
• Experience conducting interviews
• Experience collecting and reporting medical data

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• Ability to read and understand medical charts and laboratory reports
• Ability to interact with persons of varied cultural backgrounds by demonstrating good listening and interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand surveillance terminology
• Knowledge of and experience with HIV/STD counseling and testing procedures
• Knowledge of the medical and social services available in San Francisco to persons with HIV
• Ability to accurately collect and report data using paper tools (chart abstraction forms), and electronic tools (hand-held devices, tablets and laptop computers)
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, email), and other software programs
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varied work settings and schedules
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner
• Ability to work effectively with a team of diverse individuals
• Demonstrated attention to detail

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand     Frequently
Walk        Frequently
Sit        Frequently
Handling / Fingering    Occasionally
Reach Outward      Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend  Occasionally
Lift / Carry    Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
Push/Pull    Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
See     Constantly
Hear    Constantly
Taste/ Smell   Not Applicable

Not Applicable   Not required for essential functions
Occasionally       (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently       (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly      (5+ hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested individuals must submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.

All qualified applicants will be considered for this position in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.

Please apply at the following URL: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/PUB1001PUBH/JobBoard/6705aa07-0bcb-4660-ad1b-2fda952becc7/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=ee08be4a-b527-4364-9a9b-7022d65a91c7