State of South Carolina
Data Abstractor (Program Coordinator I)
State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Job Responsibilities
Under the established guidelines, abstracts State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS) drug overdose data from a variety of source documents including death certificates, coroner reports, postmortem toxicology, and supplemental records using the Center of Disease Control (CDC) National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) web-based system. Maintains the Program average weekly number of abstractions using tracking logs to document work. May serve as region lead for SUDORS abstraction.
Under the established guidelines, abstracts South Carolina Violent Death Reporting System (SCVDRS) violent death data from a variety of source documents including death certificates, coroner reports, postmortem toxicology, law enforcement, and supplemental records using the CDC NVDRS web-based system. Maintains the Program average weekly number of abstractions using tracking logs to document work. Assists with retrieving violent death records by searching county and municipal coroner and law enforcement websites and social media accounts for official press releases.
Assists with quality assurance and quality improvement activities to include case eligibility review and abstractions. May assist with the compilation, publication, and presentation of data for internal and external stakeholders.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of DPH and CDC NVDRS and SUDORS by participating in required and assigned trainings, conference calls, meetings, webinars, and literature reviews. Maintains information in accordance with abstraction processes, DPH policy, and all other applicable guidelines and laws.
Minimum and Additional Requirements A high school diploma and relevant program experience. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Agency Additional Requirements: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Preferred Qualifications A bachelor’s degree and one or more years of experience in death investigation, law enforcement, emergency prehospitalization care, or healthcare. One or more years of experience abstracting data.
Additional Comments DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
EEO Statement The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn’t impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Hybrid Work option after six (6) months of employment for approved positions
Benefits for State Employees: The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits: Eligible employees may enroll in (insurance plan details), which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Includes dental, vision, term life insurance, long‑term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits: State employees are also offered (retirement plan details), including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits: State employees may also be eligible for (workplace benefit details), including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Under the established guidelines, abstracts South Carolina Violent Death Reporting System (SCVDRS) violent death data from a variety of source documents including death certificates, coroner reports, postmortem toxicology, law enforcement, and supplemental records using the CDC NVDRS web-based system. Maintains the Program average weekly number of abstractions using tracking logs to document work. Assists with retrieving violent death records by searching county and municipal coroner and law enforcement websites and social media accounts for official press releases.
Assists with quality assurance and quality improvement activities to include case eligibility review and abstractions. May assist with the compilation, publication, and presentation of data for internal and external stakeholders.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of DPH and CDC NVDRS and SUDORS by participating in required and assigned trainings, conference calls, meetings, webinars, and literature reviews. Maintains information in accordance with abstraction processes, DPH policy, and all other applicable guidelines and laws.
Minimum and Additional Requirements A high school diploma and relevant program experience. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Agency Additional Requirements: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Preferred Qualifications A bachelor’s degree and one or more years of experience in death investigation, law enforcement, emergency prehospitalization care, or healthcare. One or more years of experience abstracting data.
Additional Comments DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
EEO Statement The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn’t impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Hybrid Work option after six (6) months of employment for approved positions
Benefits for State Employees: The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits: Eligible employees may enroll in (insurance plan details), which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Includes dental, vision, term life insurance, long‑term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits: State employees are also offered (retirement plan details), including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits: State employees may also be eligible for (workplace benefit details), including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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