GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The primary purpose of this position is to investigate all cases of communicable disease (including outbreaks) reported to the health department by providers, hospitals, laboratories, colleges, schools, universities, daycare centers, and other healthcare facilities and organizations. to report confirmed and suspected cases and outbreaks to the NC Division of Public Health; to ensure that appropriate control measures are implemented as needed and as required by NC Public health rules and laws; and to educate the community (including healthcare providers, facilities, organizations, and citizens) regarding all aspects of communicable disease.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Must possess knowledge of and skill in the application of principles and techniques employed in the field of public health in general and investigation of communicable diseases and conditions in particular.
• Must possess the ability to plan and coordinate investigation activities.
• Must have the ability to exercise good judgement in dealing with community healthcare providers and consumers.
• Must maintain an effective working relationship with others.
• Must have the ability to accurately record, enter, and analyze data and interpret disease trends and indicators.
• Must understand and use electronic based data and reporting systems (NCEDSS)

About Durham County

A Great Place to: Live. Work. Thrive. Durham County, North Carolina is one of the nation’s top ranked places to live, work and play! With its rich history and reputation Durham is a great place to call home. As one of the nation’s most prominent technology and research areas, Durham County is also an economic development leader among its peer counties both locally and in other regions. As the state’s 4th largest county, we are poised to continue our successes and our enviable quality of life.

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