Epidemiology Investigator 2 (Hybrid Eligible)

About Us:

Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio’s motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

What You’ll Do:

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Emergency Medical Services

Report In Location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Work Hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

(CURRENTLY HYBRID ELIGIBLE) Will report to the office 5 days a week during an assigned training period. After successful completion of the training period, this position will report into the office 3 days a week and telework 2 days a week. Subject to change.

Investigates, collects, & analyzes endemic or epidemic situation of infections, chronic diseases, or other health conditions pertaining to Emergency Medical Services (EMS), trauma care & the statewide trauma system, & Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival (CARES) data:

• Reviews & analyzes issues to be researched; Develops appropriate technical objectives & plans timelines & research methodology;

• Utilizes statistical computer software packages such as STATA, SAS, SPSS, Tableau, Tableau Prep, etc., to apply appropriate statistical analysis & methods;

• Extracts, receives & reviews electronic data submitted to the EMS Incident Reporting System (EMSIRS), the Ohio Trauma Registry (OTR) & workforce census data;

• Provides research & support to Quality Assurance (QA) program & administrator for the development, implementation & monitoring of QA initiatives designed to maintain & improve data quality, accuracy, integrity & confidentiality of all records;

• Extracts & analyzes data to identify reporting errors & missing data;

• Researches best practices & makes recommendations for facility, agency, & end-user education & training targeted to improve overall reporting accuracy & data fidelity;

• Provides suggestions & recommendations to maintain computerized data processing programs, tools & automation to facilitate that all databases contain timely, complete, & accurate data.

• Works with team to develop & implement statistically relevant, value added internal & external dashboards, reports & displays for the appropriate sharing of healthcare data;

• Develops & implements data security, anonymization & data suppression techniques to ensure the anonymity & confidentiality of healthcare recipients & their providers for data dashboards containing sensitive information;

• Relieves higher level epidemiologist & other team members by performing established routine data extracts coded, developed, & validated by other team members based on established refresh periods;

• Monitors & ensures refreshed datasets are transmitted successfully & resolves any questions, concerns, or issues with the data transfer process.

• Assists supervisor, team, physicians or other professionals in investigation & analysis of data pertaining to emergency medical services, trauma care, the statewide trauma system, cardiac arrest data & provider workforce data in Ohio;

• Designs & implements statistically valid surveys to assess EMS & trauma system issues related to the delivery of care;

• Participates in the completion of scientific reports; Evaluates the validity & significance of findings; Reviews technical & confidential case reports for accuracy & correctness;

• Participates in other research projects as assigned by supervisor including responding to requests for information from internal &/or external customers.

• Represents & promotes EMS data systems at public & professional gatherings;

• Drafts &/or prepares reports, presentations & articles;

• Participates in projects to support the effective collection, analysis & dissemination of public health information;

• Acts as staff liaison representing the division & agency on internal & external committees, workgroups, presentations, task forces, etc., including but not limited to meeting facilitation, presentations & training;

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Qualifications:

**APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE A LIST OF COURSEWORK COMPLETED ON THEIR APPLICATION

OR

ATTACH THEIR TRANSCRIPTS TO THEIR APPLICATION**

Job Skills: Public Health

Technical Skills: Data Analytics; Investigation; Public Health; Statistics/Mathematics

Professional Skills: Analyzation; Teamwork

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

KNOWLEDGE: * Agency Policies & Procedures (ODPS, EMS); Natural Sciences (biostatistics); Social Sciences (research, sampling & survey methods for human studies).

SKILL: Word Processing (Microsoft Office Applications & statis-tical computer software packages); Equipment Operations (general office equipment).

ABILITY: Define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; use statistical analysis; prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; use proper research methods in gathering data; develop complex reports & position papers; originate &/or edit technical, scientific or advanced literary publications; handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public; cooperate with co-workers on group projects; prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public.

(*)Developed after employment.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Requires travel; may be away from home & normal work site up to 30 days during emergencies; may be exposed to contagious & communicable diseases & toxic or hazardous chemicals.

This position may be filled by lay-off or certification eligibility list if applicable.

This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining agreement if applicable.

A BCI fingerprint check and background check, may be required on all selected applicants.