Close contact Investigator

Company: Medasource
Location: Anderson
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Position: Close Contact InvestigatorLength: 6 monthsLocation: Onsite at schools in Pierce County, WA
Job Description

• Interview people who have probable or confirmed COVID-19 (Case), offer appropriate services, and provide appropriate isolation/quarantine guidance.
• Identify close contacts during the case's infectious period.
• Notify close contacts of their potential exposure to COVID-19, provide isolation/quarantine guidance, offer appropriate services, and refer for testing.
• Employ de-escalation skills and motivational interviewing techniques to address questions and concerns as needed.
• Find creative solutions to locate or engage with cases and close contacts who may be difficult to reach or reluctant to engage in conversation.
• Be willing to take direction from Department and carry out their daily tasks assigned by Schools/School Districts in a timely manner, in alignment with contract deliverables.
• Possess the ability to navigate complex case investigation and contact tracing within facilities, to be furthered through methods that can include (but are not limited to) reviewing seating charts, surveillance videos, reviewing class and extracurricular schedules.
• Gather, preserve and present findings consistent with DOH and Department standards. Requirements
  • Master of Public Health (MPH), EMT, LPN, RN, CMA
  • Ability to proficiently use a variety of software applications required by the schools.
  • Ability to proficiently use databases and software for recordkeeping, reporting, and individual record management.
  • Demonstrate effective, professional, and tactful verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills with staff and families impacted by COVID-19.
  • Ability to compile and manage high volumes of information with attention to detail.
  • Ability to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, streamlining, and quality control.
  • Coordinate with healthcare systems, as needed and per direction of Department.
  • COVID Vaccine, Drug Screen, Background Check

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