PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALIST
PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALIST
(Job Opening ID #515109)
Several full-time positions available with KCMO’s Health Department,
Communicable Disease Prevention Division, 2400 Troost.
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
As a condition of employment with the City of KCMO Health Department, all new employees will be required to submit or provide documentation of receiving an influenza (Flu) Vaccination. Performs various tasks that include researching, conducting and documenting investigations/interviews with individuals who have been diagnosed with various communicable diseases (including COVID-19), providing educational presentations,
and assisting in community outreach events. Conducts field visits, medical record searches, and solicits medical information from mandated sources, including interviewing clients in their home as necessary to obtain required information. Maintains data in numerous databases. May require the wearing of a high efficiency
respirator mask and other personal protective equipment when delivering services within an area assessed as high risk for exposure to infectious diseases. May require lifting of up to 50 pounds when assisting with community and clinic-based activities. Must be able to climb stairs to access client residences. Performs the mastery of a selection of basic clinical techniques and procedures, not limited to phlebotomy, administering and reading TB skin tests, sputum induction and the operating of an X-ray machine.
REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the
City.
Salary Range: $18.24-$29.44/hour.
Application Deadline: August 22, 2022.
EOE. The City of Kansas City, Missouri is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.