Antibiotic Resistance Lab Network Regional Coordinator

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Compiles, maintains, analyzes, and disseminates antimicrobial resistance testing and epidemiology data and reports, including creating state and regional level report templates for distribution to AR Lab Network epidemiology and laboratory partners and stakeholders. - Assists the HAI program in the development, distribution, and analysis of epidemiological surveys or other types of epidemiology studies where the laboratory testing expertise is needed. - Assists in the development and implementation of jurisdictional antimicrobial resistance surveillance and response activities, and procedures for specimen collection / submission and test request authorization. - Implements data system testing tasks to detect anomalies in data quality for AR Lab Network submissions, and develops strategies to verify and improve completeness, accuracy, and timelines of AR Lab Network data. - Works to improve data quality, timeliness, and utility for AR Lab Network reporting and submissions. - Serves as a liaison with key state, regional, and federal partners to establish laboratory submission standards and establish and maintain bidirectional communications between partners. - Conducts outreach and education to laboratory submitters and other stakeholders to ensure continued engagement, build relationships and new partnerships, and promote understanding of AR Lab Network processes, through webinars, trainings, and other applicable means. - Develops tools and resources to support laboratory submission and data entry. - Supports development and sharing of best practices for data quality assurance and laboratory submissions. - Coordinates specimen collection and submission for testing both in the state lab and the AR Lab Network regional lab where applicable.

Tracks submission from sentinel laboratories and works with appropriate jurisdictional partners to optimize appropriate and consistent laboratory submission. - May assist with procurement and distribution of supplies or equipment for AR Lab Network activities. - Participates in team meetings and workgroups to provide input and support to AR Lab Network. - Other AR Lab Network-related duties as assigned.

JOB

QUALIFICATIONS - Interdisciplinary project management and coordination experience in a public health, healthcare, or related setting. - Qualified candidates must have applicable professional experience for a minimum of 1 year Master's degree-level applicants, or a minimum of 3 years for Bachelor's degree-level applicants..

Education/Experience - Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university in a biological or medical science, or related public health degree (e.g., Masters' of Public Health). - Data analysis experience using statistical software - Experience in laboratory, antimicrobial resistance / HAI / infection control from a public health agency is preferred Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team comprised of individuals across different agencies, disciplines, and locations.
• Ability to document and keep track of extensive detail from case investigations and provide written accounts and progress summaries.
• Ability to work with diverse professionals and to train and educate healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated ability to apply epidemiologic methods to evaluate HAI surveillance data.
• Competent with computer and application skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SAS preferred.
• Ability to create presentations using PowerPoint required, and experience-presenting information to public health practitioners, healthcare workers, and consumers is preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Stand Frequently Walk Frequently Sit Frequently Handling / Fingering Occasionally Reach Outward Occasionally Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally Lift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 25 lbs. Push/Pull Occasionally - Up to 25 lbs. See Constantly Taste/ Smell Not Applicable Not Applicable Not required for essential functions Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs. /day) Frequently (2 - 5 hrs. /day) Constantly (5+ hrs. /day) WORK ENVIRONMENT Hybrid, General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled. Must have functioning Wi-Fi and internet at remote location. EEOC STATEMENT It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.