N.C. Department of Information Technology · 6 hours ago
Data Collector
Mecklenburg County, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$50K/yr - $88K/yr
1+ years expThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest agencies in the state, responsible for the health and well-being of all North Carolinians. The Data Collector position supports the HIV/STD Surveillance Unit by conducting data collection activities for the Medical Monitoring Project, involving participant recruitment, interviews, and medical record reviews.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Recruit eligible participants for the Medical Monitoring Project through telephone outreach and in-person engagement
Conduct structured interviews with persons living with HIV to collect data on healthcare access, outcomes, and behavioral factors
Perform medical record abstractions at healthcare provider facilities to obtain clinical and treatment information
Travel statewide, including overnight, to conduct recruitment visits, interviews, and data collection activities at medical offices and public facilities
Establish and maintain professional relationships with medical providers to facilitate access to patient lists, schedules, and space for interviews
Document and manage collected data using electronic data collection software in compliance with confidentiality and security protocols
Coordinate field operations to ensure timely completion of interviews and medical record reviews according to project timelines
Communicate effectively with participants and providers regarding sensitive topics, including sexual and drug use behaviors, in a respectful and nonjudgmental manner
Prepare accurate reports and maintain detailed records of recruitment, interviews, and data abstraction activities for program evaluation
Support project planning and implementation by providing feedback on recruitment strategies and operational processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned to the position from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of related experience
Demonstrated experience conducting structured interviews with diverse populations, including discussing highly sensitive topics such as sexual and drug use behaviors, in a respectful and professional manner
Proven success performing medical record abstractions at healthcare provider facilities and accurately documenting clinical information for surveillance projects
Skilled in using electronic data collection software and related computer applications to manage and submit confidential health data securely and efficiently
Extensive experience coordinating statewide field operations, including participant recruitment, in-person interviews, and maintaining relationships with medical providers to support data collection activities
Advanced capability preparing detailed reports and maintaining accurate records of interviews, medical abstractions, and recruitment activities to meet project timelines and quality standards
Benefits
Health insurance options
Standard and supplemental retirement plans
NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis)
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Community service leave
Paid parental leave
Company
N.C. Department of Information Technology
The N.C.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Torre Jessup
Chief Operating Officer
Alysa Kelly
Executive Assistant to Chief Deputy/CIO/Chief Privacy Officer/Director of Enterprise Operations
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