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Status:
CLOSED
Job ID:
30296
Title:
Epidemiologist
Applications Invited from Countries:
United States
Job Description

Core Responsibilities

1. Data Collection & Standardization

  • Develop and implement standardized data collection tools and templates across all HCCs
  • Coordinate with Regional Healthcare Coordinators (RHCs) and coalition partners to ensure consistent data submission
  • Align data collection with:
    • THRIVE Tier 1 & Tier 2 metrics
    • CMS performance objectives
    • ASPR capabilities
    • PHEP capabilities

2. Coalition & System Performance Monitoring

  • Track and validate metrics related to:
    • Coalition participation and operational effectiveness
    • HRTS utilization and real-time resource tracking
    • Healthcare system coordination and mutual aid agreements
  • Monitor progress toward statewide targets (e.g., participation rates, system adoption)

3. Health System & Access Metrics Tracking

  • Collect and analyze data on:
    • Access to care (primary, behavioral, specialty)
    • Telehealth and eConsult utilization
    • Referral systems (TN Community Compass)
    • Transportation and service access barriers

4. Workforce & Training Data Coordination

  • Track workforce development metrics including:
    • Provider placements
    • Training events and participation
    • Credentialing and staffing agreements
  • Coordinate with coalitions and partners to ensure accurate reporting

5. Preparedness & Operational Readiness Metrics

  • Support data collection for:
    • Facility readiness assessments
    • Medical Operations Coordination Centers (MOCCs)
    • Stockpile/Cache management systems
    • National Special Pathogen System (NSPS) of care
    • Deployable health and medical response teams
    • Healthcare Coalition sustainment
    • Coalition-led exercises and response capabilities
  • Ensure alignment with ASPR grant requirements
  • Ensure alignment with PHEP grant requirements

6. Data Validation, Analysis & Reporting

  • Validate data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency
  • Analyze trends and identify gaps in performance
  • Develop:
    • Monthly and quarterly reports
    • Dashboards (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau)
    • Briefings for leadership and stakeholders

7. Stakeholder Coordination

  • Serve as a liaison between:
    • Central Office
    • Regional and Metro Public Health
    • Regional Healthcare Coalitions
    • Healthcare providers and partners
  • Provide technical assistance and guidance on data reporting expectations

Deliverables

  • Standardized statewide data collection framework
  • Monthly/quarterly coalition performance reports
  • Annual THRIVE metrics reporting support (CMS-aligned)
  • Data dashboards and visualizations
  • Data quality and validation reports

Required Skills & Experience

  • Experience in public health, healthcare systems, or emergency preparedness
  • Strong data management and analysis skills (Excel required; Power BI/Tableau preferred)
  • Experience with systems such as REDCap, HRTS, or similar platforms (preferred)
  • Understanding of:
    • Healthcare coalitions / HPP structure
    • Rural health systems
    • Performance measurement frameworks

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with CMS reporting or federal grant metrics
  • Familiarity with ASPR Healthcare Preparedness Capabilities
  • Experience working with multi-agency or regional partners

Work Environment

  • Hybrid/remote with regular coordination with statewide partners
  • Travel may be required to support coalition engagement