NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Surveillance Analyst, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, New York, New York, us, 10261
Surveillance Analyst, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control
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Surveillance Analyst, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control
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NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene .
HIRING RATE: $72,190.00 (Flat Rate)
The New York City (NYC) Bureau of Tuberculosis Control (BTBC) is committed to preventing the spread of tuberculosis (TB) and eliminating it as a public health problem in NYC. The core goals of the bureau are to identify all individuals with suspected or confirmed TB disease and ensure their appropriate treatment, ideally on directly observed therapy (DOT), and to ensure that individuals at high risk for progression from latent TB infection to TB disease complete treatment and do not develop disease. To fulfill its mission and goals, BTBC performs a number of integrated activities and provides patient-centered services in collaboration with local health care providers, laboratories, community partners and others.
Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To
Reviewing and managing incoming TB reports submitted by NYC providers electronically or by fax for accuracy and completeness; following-up with providers as necessary.
Educating healthcare providers and infection control staff on TB reporting guidelines and procedures.
Entering and updating surveillance data into the bureau's electronic surveillance and case management system (Maven) and ensuring appropriate assignment of TB cases and suspects.
Collaborating with other units/offices in the bureau.
Conducting analysis and review of surveillance data to improve and ensure data quality.
Process and assign requests for hospital discharge of infectious TB patients.
Handling and triaging calls coming from the TB Hotline.
Other duties as required.
Preferred Skills
Strong computer skills.
Interest and experience with TB and/or public health.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize and multitask.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel etc.).
Why You Should Work For Us
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your balance.
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as a premium‑free health insurance plan, additional health, fitness, and financial benefits, a public sector defined benefit pension plan, a tax‑deferred savings program, and a robust Worksite Wellness Program.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job Security: You could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye‑Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347‑396‑6549.
Minimum Qualifications
For Assignment Level I: A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, or environmental science or in public health.
For Assignment Level II and above: A doctorate degree with specialization in an appropriate field or a master's degree with appropriate experience, plus the required supervisory or research experience.
All candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in the qualifications.
Probationary Period: Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment.
Additional Information: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic.
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Surveillance Analyst, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control
role at
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene .
HIRING RATE: $72,190.00 (Flat Rate)
The New York City (NYC) Bureau of Tuberculosis Control (BTBC) is committed to preventing the spread of tuberculosis (TB) and eliminating it as a public health problem in NYC. The core goals of the bureau are to identify all individuals with suspected or confirmed TB disease and ensure their appropriate treatment, ideally on directly observed therapy (DOT), and to ensure that individuals at high risk for progression from latent TB infection to TB disease complete treatment and do not develop disease. To fulfill its mission and goals, BTBC performs a number of integrated activities and provides patient-centered services in collaboration with local health care providers, laboratories, community partners and others.
Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To
Reviewing and managing incoming TB reports submitted by NYC providers electronically or by fax for accuracy and completeness; following-up with providers as necessary.
Educating healthcare providers and infection control staff on TB reporting guidelines and procedures.
Entering and updating surveillance data into the bureau's electronic surveillance and case management system (Maven) and ensuring appropriate assignment of TB cases and suspects.
Collaborating with other units/offices in the bureau.
Conducting analysis and review of surveillance data to improve and ensure data quality.
Process and assign requests for hospital discharge of infectious TB patients.
Handling and triaging calls coming from the TB Hotline.
Other duties as required.
Preferred Skills
Strong computer skills.
Interest and experience with TB and/or public health.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize and multitask.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel etc.).
Why You Should Work For Us
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your balance.
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as a premium‑free health insurance plan, additional health, fitness, and financial benefits, a public sector defined benefit pension plan, a tax‑deferred savings program, and a robust Worksite Wellness Program.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job Security: You could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye‑Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347‑396‑6549.
Minimum Qualifications
For Assignment Level I: A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, or environmental science or in public health.
For Assignment Level II and above: A doctorate degree with specialization in an appropriate field or a master's degree with appropriate experience, plus the required supervisory or research experience.
All candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in the qualifications.
Probationary Period: Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment.
Additional Information: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic.
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