DDP Recruitment: The Division of Disease Prevention (DDP) is currently recruiting for several positions. Please find position descriptions and instructions on how to apply for each position on this page. If you click on the tab with the position title on it, more detailed information will drop out from below the tab. Additional positions may be found on jobs.virginia.gov.
DDP Recruitment has multiple contract staff openings for Virginia Medication Assistance Technicians (VA MAT). These positions play a key role on the Virginia Medication Assistance Program (formerly ADAP) team. MATs conduct eligibility, enrollment, and recertification activities to assist people living with HIV obtain and maintain health insurance and medication coverage, and assist callers on the Medication Eligibility Hotline. MATs manage telephone, fax, and written communication with consumers, providers, vendors, and insurance companies.
Qualifications: strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Google); call center or customer service experience; and ability to review documents with attention to fine detail, work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines, follow instructions and problem-solve, accurately collect, organize, analyze, manage and report data, prepare correspondence, maintain medical records and communication logs, interpret and adhere to policies and procedures including confidentiality and cyber security, exercise sound judgment, communicate and present information effectively, and maintain a client-centered approach. High school diploma or equivalent training and experience; knowledge of and experience with HIV/AIDS health care services delivery, and HIPAA, preferred. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour. These are full-time contract positions that do not include state benefits or leave.
Applicants should send their resumes and all inquiries to the staffing firm, 22nd Century Technology, Inc., to dgsjobs@tscti.com and copy myras@tscti.com and rajeshwarj@tscti.com. Please include the position name in the subject line.
Retention Coordinators: DDP Recruitment has two contract staff openings for Retention Coordinators. These positions play a key role on the Virginia Medication Assistance Program (formerly ADAP) team and are physically located in one of the five health regions in the state of Virginia. Retention Coordinators engage in short term and extensive outreach to clients of the Virginia Medication Assistance Program (VA MAP) who do not respond to previous outreach attempts for recertification and eligibility. Retention Coordinators maintain contact and coordinate care with relevant community agencies.
Qualifications: Enhanced care management skills, including care coordination and knowledge of community resources; computer skills; strong communication skills and an ability to present information effectively; ability to analyze and resolve client issues/concerns; interpret and adhere to policies and procedures including confidentiality and cyber security; knowledge of behavioral health principles, techniques, and practices, and their application to complex treatment and services provision; knowledge of and experience with HIV/AIDS services delivery; ability to understand and observe all VDH-required protocols while conducting tasks during COVID-19; and broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts and methodology of human services through experience and a Bachelor’s or Master’s level degree. A valid Virginia driver’s license is required. Staring pay is $25.00 per hour. These are full-time contractual positions that do not include state benefits or leave.
Applicants for the Retention Coordinator positions should send their resumes and all inquiries to the staffing firm, 22nd Century Technology, Inc., to dgsjobs@tscti.com and copy rajeshwarj@tscti.com. Please include the position name in the subject line.
DDP Recruitment is currently recruiting for several Health Counselor/Disease Intervention Specialists. The primary responsibility in this role is to independently and effectively perform disease intervention activities. These activities include, but are not limited to, notifying persons diagnosed with or at risk for STI/HIV/hepatitis or other communicable diseases; providing partner services to diagnosed individuals and their partners, assisting with linkage to care; and providing risk reduction education to clients at high risk of infection. The incumbent will be expected to provide HIV/STI education and counseling in a culturally competent manner in various clinical and community based settings to a wide range of audiences. Duties include, but are not limited to: interviewing patients and partners regarding STI/HIV information; analyzing and investigating cases of communicable diseases; providing education and risk reduction counseling; performing phlebotomy in community and clinical settings; documenting all investigative activities on appropriate forms and medical records; providing educational presentations to a wide range of audiences.
Multiple positions are being recruited. The primary worksite for each position may vary, but the individual will provide coverage on a routine basis for an entire assigned region, and may provide coverage throughout the state. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required. Individual must be able/willing to travel for one week for required training. Employer will cover travel costs.
Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of public health practices and/or STDs and HIV. Strong written and oral communication skills. Experience conducting investigations and/or research. Ability to work in various settings including clinic and field. Strong computer skills in various computer programs and databases. Experience working independently and cooperatively with clients, healthcare providers and other human services organizations. Must be able to successfully complete required training programs offered by VDH and the CDC. Valid Virginia driver’s license required.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience as an STD Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS). Completion of CDC’s Passport to Partner Services or Introduction to Sexually Transmitted Disease Intervention (ISTDI) training. Degree in Public Health, Health Education, or related field. Experience performing phlebotomy. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
In accordance with Executive Directive #18, as a condition of employment, the Commonwealth of Virginia requires all Executive Branch employees, including new hires, to disclose their vaccination status. If you are the selected candidate, proof of vaccination will be required during new employee orientation on your first day of work. Employees that are not vaccinated must be tested weekly.
This is a contract position and has no benefits such as paid leave, health insurance, retirement, etc.
Pay rate is $25.00/hour
Send resumes and cover letters to Remy Ndayizeye at remy.ndayizeye@vdh.virginia.gov.
Position Description: The HCS Data Support Technician (DST) reviews and enters patient and lab information from HIV surveillance reporting forms and lab reports into the enhanced HIV/AIDS Reporting System (eHARS) database; identifies new and existing patient records by conducting record searches in multiple confidential data systems; determines completeness and accuracy of information based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) HIV infection case definition; and updates eHARS database. The DST actively engages in data quality assurance and improvement by reviewing data for accuracy and completeness prior to data entry, and comparing paper forms and electronic records; addressing issues noted in QA reports; assisting team members with eHARS data cleaning, contacting other state health departments when needed to resolve data discrepancies or quality issues or to identify if clients were diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in other states. DST also assists the team in documentation or tracking of QA efforts, and/or update/review of training materials, prepare meeting minutes, reports, and update forms. The DST adapts to special situations, competing priorities, requests for special projects; and engages in internal and cross-team collaborations. The DST provides general administrative and clerical support to the Regional Epidemiology Consultants (EC); and incorporates the DDP’s security & confidentiality processes and procedures into daily responsibilities.
Minimum Requirements: a High School Diploma or GED; prior data entry experience. Knowledge of medical terminology, office practices, telephone etiquette, customer service, quality assurance and control techniques, and Microsoft Office. Excellent oral and writing communication skills. Ability to multi-task; establish and maintain positive working relationships; work independently and as a team member; work with multiple confidential data systems; maintain confidentiality while working with Protected Health Information; work 40 hours a week during regular business hours; adjust work hours, location, and job duties; and participate in training to meet public health business needs, including emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field; technical certifications and/or experience; experience with data management such as data collection, analysis, tracking, documentation, quality assurance, and use of statistical software; experience working with healthcare or lab data; knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
This is a contract position for 12 months. The position may be renewed. The pay rate is $16/hour.
Interested applicants should submit their resumes to Margie Carter Alexander at margie.carter@vdh.virginia.gov.
Position Description: this position assists program staff with HIV/AIDS case investigations, including working with multiple confidential databases, and contacting healthcare providers and health department staff within and across the state to gather HIV/AIDS case information as required by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Conducts data quality assurance activities, including out-of-state record searches via telephone communication to surveillance staff in other jurisdictions, assisting staff in provider site visits to review medical charts, and review of active surveillance line lists. Implements and provides feedback on processes for reporting and/or documenting HIV/AIDS cases, and prepares surveillance reports and summaries. Adapts to special situations and competing priorities; engages in internal and cross-team collaborations; and incorporates the agency security & confidentiality procedures into daily responsibilities.
Additional details can be found at the Emory Rollins School of Public Health job site.
To apply for the Case Epi Support position, please email your resume and cover letter to Jyoti Gupta at jyoti.gupta@vdh.virginia.gov. You may also forward or share the DDP Recruitment posting(s) to anyone who may be qualified and interested.
Position Description: the Junior Epidemiologist works within the Virginia Department of Health’s STD Prevention and Surveillance (SPS) program to conduct a range of epidemiologic activities related to the surveillance and prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STI). The Junior Epidemiologist will assist with enhanced reporting activities, including requesting and gathering information from medical providers; participate in data management and cleaning; assist with the implementation and transition to new STI surveillance database; facilitate and monitor data sharing with outside jurisdictions; provide technical assistance to stakeholders; and monitor and review data collection and entry for accuracy. This position will also provide assistance with other duties related to STI surveillance and data entry/quality assurance activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or experience in epidemiology, public health, or a related area.
- Considerable knowledge of the cause, transmission, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases and methods of public health surveillance and disease outbreak investigations.
- Experience with data collection, entry, and management
- Experience using disease surveillance data systems
- Strong oral and written communication and customer service skills, including experience communicating health-related information
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality while working with Protected Health information (PHI)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in STI surveillance, epidemiology, or investigation
- Experience interpreting syphilis or other STI laboratory results
- Experience conducting data quality assurance
- Experience with STD/HIV surveillance data systems (experience with NBS, eHARS, and/or Maven preferred).
Special Requirements: this position may require occasional in-state travel. A valid Virginia driver’s license is required.
Compensation: $25 per hour
Time Commitment: 40 hours per week
Location: this position is based at the VDH Central Office in Richmond, VA. This position will be authorized to telework for a portion of the week during the public health emergency.
The selected candidate will be required to report to the Central Office in Richmond at least three days per week and may be required to report to work at the Central Office up to five days per week following the public health emergency.
Position Type: this is a contract position hired and employed directly by 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. The selected candidate will not be considered a state employee and will not receive state benefits. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation.
How to Apply: submit resume to Taylor Clark at taylor.clark@vdh.virginia.gov with subject line: “Junior Epidemiologist Application”. Position is open until filled.
Position Description: the Case Epidemiology Consultant (CEC) works within the HIV Case Surveillance Program (HCSP) to conduct adult and pediatric surveillance and epidemiological responsibilities. Initiates HIV/AIDS case investigations, contacts providers within and across the state to gather HIV/AIDS case defining information as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), monitors and updates relevant confidential databases, reviews and completes reporting forms; develops, maintains and evaluates reporting processes for reporting HIV/AIDS cases. Obtains case surveillance data through active and passive activities by various means including telephone investigations to providers and Local Health Department staff, site visits to conduct medical chart abstractions, and matching patient line lists. Assists the team to review data quality and update the enhanced HIV/AIDS Reporting System (eHARS) database; update/review training materials, prepare reports, and update forms. Adapts to special situations and competing priorities; engages in internal and cross-team collaborations; incorporates the DDP’s security & confidentiality procedures into daily responsibilities. Provides HIV education and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders regarding HIV testing, reporting regulations, and the CDC’s technical guidance for surveillance programs; develops and maintains relationships to promote HCSP activities.
Minimum Qualifications: bachelor’s degree in healthcare, public health or related field and/or equivalent training and experience. Knowledge of surveillance activities and techniques; HIV/AIDS epidemiology; medical terminology; public health practices; database management systems; and Microsoft Office. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret epidemiological data; identify statistical trends; conduct trainings and presentations; prepare reports; provide technical assistance; implement policies and procedures; work independently and as a team member; work with data systems; maintain confidentiality while working with Protected Health Information; work 40 hours a week during regular business hours; adjust work hours, job duties, and be willing to travel as needed for case investigations.
Preferred Qualifications: advanced degree in public health or related field; technical certifications and/or experience; experience in communicable disease surveillance; working with medical providers; performing medical record abstractions; and reviewing data quality. Experience working with confidential databases, use of statistical software for analysis; knowledge and use of data quality assurance techniques; experience working with healthcare or lab data; knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
Compensation: up to $33/ hour (commensurate with experience)
Position Type: this is a contract position. The position will be a 12 month contract (renewable) via 22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
How to Apply: submit resume to Jyoti Gupta at jyoti.gupta@vdh.virginia.gov with subject line: “Case Epi Consultant Application”.
Position Description: the Data Entry Technician assists with statewide STD surveillance efforts within the Virginia Department of Health’s STD Prevention and Surveillance (SPS) unit by reviewing and researching patient data reported on HIV/STD laboratory and morbidity reports and entering data into relevant data systems. Duties also include maintaining an orderly file system, storing data in accordance with established protocols for confidentiality and records retention purposes, and processing and distributing incoming and outgoing mail. This position also assists with other duties related to STD surveillance and data entry/quality assurance activities. Position is 40 hours per week and is based at the VDH Central Office in Richmond, Virginia. Position may be required to report to work at the Central Office up to five days per week.
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Strong computer skills in various computer programs and databases
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Strong oral and written communication and customer service skills
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Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
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Ability to maintain complete confidentiality while working with Protected Health information (PHI)
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High school diploma, equivalent training and/or experience
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Basic knowledge of the cause, transmission, treatment, and prevention of STDs, methods of public health surveillance and disease outbreak investigations strongly preferred
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Experience with data collection, entry, and management
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Compensation: $18/ hour (commensurate with experience)
Position Type: this is a contract position hired and employed directly by 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. The selected candidate will not be considered a state employee and will not receive state benefits. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation.
How to Apply: submit resume to Taylor Clark at taylor.clark@vdh.virginia.gov with subject line: “Data Entry Tech Application”. Position is open until filled.
Position Description: the STD/HIV Surveillance Liaison works between the STD Prevention & Surveillance and HIV Surveillance units to support surveillance and investigation activities. This includes:
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- Assisting the Perinatal Surveillance Coordinator (PSC) in opening HIV investigations in the VEDSS surveillance system.
- Serve as back-up support for the Out of Jurisdiction Coordinator (OOJC), including transferring investigations to other jurisdictions when the OOJC is on leave.
- Support the PSC in conducting perinatal HIV and congenital syphilis surveillance and prevention activities.
- Assist with quality assurance of perinatal HIV and congenital syphilis cases.
- Conduct surveillance follow-up on pregnant patients.
- Assist field staff and the PSC in completing maternal tracking forms.
- Providing support to Community Based Organizations performing partner elicitation and ensure related surveillance records are accurate and timely.
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- Basic knowledge of the cause, transmission, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases and methods of public health surveillance and disease outbreak investigations.
- Strong oral and written communication and customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Bachelor’s degree or work experience in epidemiology, public health, or a related area.
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- Experience in syphilis and/or HIV surveillance including interpretation of HIV/syphilis clinical laboratory reports.
- Experience using disease surveillance systems, particularly eHARS, NBS/VEDSS, and Maven.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding the reporting and control of disease.
- Experience conducting data quality assurance.
Compensation: $30 per hour
Position Type: this is a contract position hired and employed directly by 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. The selected candidate will not be considered a state employee and will not receive state benefits. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation
How to Apply: submit resumes to Alex Clark at alexander.clark@vdh.virginia.gov. Position is open until filled.
Position Description: the Division of Disease Prevention is seeking an individual who is highly motivated, organized and detailed oriented with excellent written and oral communication skills to serve as a program support technician.
The position is responsible for collecting, compiling and processing purchase orders for supplies, and tracks spending in a comprehensive spreadsheet, which is then reconciled with external invoices. Orders HIV testing supplies for community partners, and troubleshoots issues related to delivery and receipt of materials. Works closely with staff and fiscal to ensure compliance with approved budgets. Conducts quality assurance checks on missing data on the agency’s HIV Counseling, Testing & Referral (CTR) forms, and contacts testing agencies for additional information. Coordinates and verifies travel reimbursements for staff based on policy and procedures, preparing documentation to streamline process and ensure timely payments. Provides administrative support including but not limited to records management, document proofreading and editing, coordinating office equipment maintenance, mail processing, and employee onboarding. Ensures actions comply with program and confidentiality requirements. Must be a team player and willing to offer supplemental support as needed to meet departmental needs.
This position requires the ability to perform daily responsibilities independently, managing multiple tasks with minimal supervision. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, and Google Sheets is required.
Compensation: $23 per hour
Position Type: this is a contract position hired and employed directly by 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. The selected candidate will not be considered a state employee and will not receive state benefits. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation
How to Apply: submit resumes to Leatrice Orange, Administrative Staff Specialist, at leatrice.orange@vdh.virginia.gov. Position is open until filled.
Last Updated: June 8, 2022