PRN Public Health Epidemiologist
National Emergency Management and Response

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It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!

Education: Master's Degree in public health with an emphasis in epidemiology, health policy, health promotion or a related field.

Experience: A minimum of two years of experience in the public health field infectious diseases with infection control, surveillance and data analysis.

Required ICS Courses:

• ICS 100b - Introduction to Incident Command Systems
  
• ICS 200b - ICS for single resources and Initial Action Incidents
  
• ICS 700a - National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) and Introduction
  
• ICS 800b - National Response Framework, An Introduction
  
• *ICS 300 - Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents (must be completed upon hire)
  
• *ICS 400 - Advanced ICS Command and General Staff - Complex Incidents (must be completed upon hire) *May be waived upon hire, however required to be completed within 3 months of hire or will be terminated due to noncompliance.
  

Summary: National EMR consistently seeks talented and hard-working individuals who are eager to assist impacted communities and first responders on an "as needed basis" as reservist employees. Reservists (YOU) are part of an elite, all-hazards response cadre who are available to work intermittently, commit to working when needed, and travel/deploy within 24-48 hours. The cadre plays a key role in keeping National EMR ready to deploy the right people in the right jobs quickly in an emergency management situation. These situations could include hurricane responses, mass shooting(s), wildfire responses, and more. As a company we have responded to every major US incident that has occurred in the last 25 years. We are proud of our record and reputation but recognize we can't do this without our reservists. Reservists are often retired local, state, or federal civil service employees who consider this line of work as a movement or a calling. Is this your calling? Are you ready to serve?

This is NOT a full-time job. Reservists may be deployed to fulfill any role specifically related to the incident, and deployment roles will be based on reservists' skills, performance, and experience. National EMR does not guarantee length or frequency of deployments. YOU will be paid for the actual number of hours worked. Pay scales are based on the job classification as determined by National EMR.

National EMR was built on the premise of filling gaps and serving those with the greatest needs in a disaster. National EMR has spent most of our time in the emergency support functions (ESF) of mass care, emergency assistance, housing, human services, public health, and medical services as our core mission areas. Reservists are responsible for maintaining personal readiness and your "active/eligible" status. Reservists will be entering into a fast-paced, ever-shifting, high-pressure environment. YOU are expected to perform well, make informed decisions, and be prepared to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

To successfully perform the essential functions of a reservist, the employee may be expected to perform the following, with or without reasonable accommodations, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Understand and adhere to the National EMR Policies and Procedures Manual, Uniform Handbook, and Operations Manual.
  
• Foster a culture that encourages team members to work safely, identify potential hazards, and report safety concerns immediately to their direct chain of command.
  
• Maintain active status within the agency's platforms, including learning management systems to complete training that may be directed toward self-improvement, mission-specifics, or Just-In-Time (JIT) training.
  
• Report notifiable conditions to the respective local health department, as needed.
  
• Have a thorough understanding of infection control measures such as donning and doffing procedures and PPE breaches, environmental cleaning and disinfection and knowledge of foodborne diseases, vaccine preventable diseases and zoonotic diseases.
  
• Maintain confidentiality of health care records and information in keeping with HIPAA and FirstDay Foundation EMR confidentiality and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) protocol and procedures.
  
• Conduct epidemiological studies as directed using data analysis, as needed. Preferred experience in conducting infection control activities in long term care facilities, high risk congregate settings or hospitals.
  
• Experience in conducting public health surveillance investigations of infectious diseases and providing proper public health guidance in a state, governmental and/or private organization.
  
• Proficient in contract tracing and helping to identify clusters and outbreaks at different types of settings.
  
• Ensure implementation and compliance with all updated public health protocols at sites.
  
• Provide guidance to contract tracers and Public Health Officers (PHO) and serve as SME for contact tracers and PHO.
  
• Deliver public health educational training programs to clients and staff, if needed.
  
• Conduct infection control site assessments to identify and mitigate public health gaps.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Requirements:

1. Adhere to acceptable standards of professional integrity and accountability in the workplace, and comply with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in all duties.

2. Provide proof of valid driver's license and driving record in good standing with no restrictions (subject to review annually).

3. Demonstrate the ability to:

• Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
  
• Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers, professionals, and clients.
  
• Maintain professional people skills and non-verbal communication skills.
  
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, in English.
  
• Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining control and professional composure and making decisions based on the needs of the program and service population.
  
• Maintain intermediate to advanced computer literacy (specifically Microsoft Suite). Be detail oriented and organized.
  
• Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
  
• Utilize a variety of communication systems to provide situational awareness across the response (cellular, two-way radio, satellite, etc.).
  
• Perform physical activity such as extensive walking, stretching, bending, and occasionally lifting and/or exceeding 50 lbs.
  
• Work extended hours and/or non-traditional hours (Ex. Weekends, evenings, holidays, in austere conditions).
  

4. Must provide current physical-medical release and provide proof of immunizations, exemptions, or declinations for the following:

• Influenza
  
• MMR
  
• Varicella
  
• HepB
  
• HepA
  
• Tetanus
  
• PPD, IGRA, or Chest X-ray
  
• Meningococcal (preferred)
  

5. Must successfully pass a scheduled or spontaneous drug screening/background check.

National Emergency Management and Response is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption from National Emergency Management and Response as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof.

Here at National Emergency Management and Response, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Please feel free to apply for this position even if your work experience and education do not align perfectly with every requirement for this job description. You may very well be the perfect candidate for this role or other ones that we have open. Thank you for your interest in joining our mission!

National Emergency Management and Response is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of National Emergency Management and Response, not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
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