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State of Tennessee · 23 hours ago

Data Processing Specialist

positionNashville, TN
timeContract
remoteHybrid
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$32/hr - $32/hr
State of Tennessee is seeking a Data Processing Specialist to support the Viral Hepatitis Program. The role involves accurately processing and maintaining hepatitis surveillance data, applying case definitions, and ensuring data integrity for public health reporting.
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Hiring Manager
Bandari Venkatsai
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Responsibilities

Process and enter hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) laboratory and case data in NBS (surveillance system)
Review and manage assigned surveillance and document review queues
Apply CDC/CSTE case definitions to determine case status
Identify acute, reinfection, perinatal, infant, and fetal death cases
Perform routine data cleaning and quality assurance
Process paper, electronic, and orphaned laboratory reports
Resolve data discrepancies and incomplete records
Coordinate medical record requests as assigned
Communicate data issues and notable findings to the team leader
Participate in required meetings, training, and team activities

Qualification

Data entryData cleaningQuality assurancePublic health knowledgeBasic computer applicationsData systems experienceAttention to detailCollaborationEffective communication

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to accurately enter and maintain confidential health data with strong attention to detail
Ability to follow detailed procedures and meet established data quality and performance standards
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively
Proficiency with basic computer applications and data systems

Preferred

Data entry or data systems experience
Medical or public health knowledge

Company

State of Tennessee

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State government is the largest employer in Tennessee, with approximately 43,500 employees in the three branches of government.
dateFounded in 1796
location
Nashville, Tennessee, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.tn.gov/

H1B Sponsorship

State of Tennessee has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Hugh Hale
Chief Information Officer, TennCare
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