NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago
Communicable Disease Specialist
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$46K/yr - $46K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Georgia Department of Public Health, which is committed to protecting lives and promoting health in communities throughout the state. The Communicable Disease Specialist will collect and monitor data on communicable diseases, focusing on STIs and HIV, while coordinating referrals and providing patient education and counseling. This role involves conducting field visits and ensuring timely implementation of disease intervention strategies to decrease disease prevalence in the community.
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Responsibilities
Completes partner services interviews, re-interviews, and cluster interviews on assigned cases and contacts and provides timely updates to supervisor as indicated
Prepares and maintains records and reports on program activities and provides accurate documentation of case activities as required and in accordance with local, state and federal regulations
Works and communicates with clients, external partners, and the public to provide evidence-based information and quality customer service
Conducts home visits and other types of field investigations for persons at risk for STIs/HIV including locating hard to reach clients and connecting them to care
Obtains medical and epidemiological histories, performs investigations, data collection and analysis, interpretation and responses
Performs pre and post-test HIV counseling and point-of-care testing on patients and contacts as indicated
Participate in community screenings, health fairs, and pop-up events throughout the district as needed
Assists in emergency preparedness response efforts as needed
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in medical and preventive services from an accredited college or university
Two (2) years of experience in a related field
Preferred
Strong knowledge of communicable diseases
Experience in conducting disease intervention
Skills in patient interviewing/counseling
Ability to work and communicate with people from varied backgrounds on sensitive topics
Benefits
13 paid holidays
Generous annual and sick leave
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
State retirement and savings plans
Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
Physical activity breaks
Worksite wellness program
Employee Assistance Programs
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Training opportunities
Paid parental leave
Dental
Vision
Long-term care
Life insurance
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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