Birth Defects Epidemiology and Abstraction Specialist - 61006340
State of South CarolinaJob Responsibilities
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Under supervision of the Birth Defects Program Manager, position supports the SC Birth Defects Program through active case surveillance, data analysis, and data quality improvement. The role supports program projects by collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and disseminating data using epidemiologic and biostatical principles. This position works with personally identifiable information.ABSTRACTON: Abstraction of birth defects data from identified medical records using the target birth defects for South Carolina at assigned hospitals and clinic departments. Identify and interpret diagnoses/descriptions contained in the record and abstract relevant statistical/medical information into a case report database. Ensures completeness and accuracy of information while maintaining the required logs, quality control checks and confidentiality measures. Serves as liaison to assigned hospitals and clinic departments.
DATA MANAGEMENT: Review data processing and submission requirements and ensure that accurate data is utilized and submitted in a timely manner for all federal grant and state requirements. Ensure data quality is routinely reviewed, and processes are designed and implemented for improved data quality.
DISSEMINATION OF PROGRAM DATA, INFORMATION AND FINDINGS: Conduct, collaborate, and oversee literature reviews, preparation of publications, and evaluation. Design, prepare, and review reports from analyses of surveillance data, literature reviews, and other information specifically the annual legislative reports. Make oral presentations on results of data analyses and other information to diverse audiences. Lead the development of and conduct epidemiological studies for program planning. Conduct and develop methods for advanced descriptive and comprehensive data analysis of birth defects.
DATA QUALITY: Assists with data quality assurance and improvement activities to ensure completeness and accuracy of diagnostic and demographic information from chart abstractions.
Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned, including required travel if requested, and responds as directed during emergencies which may occur outside normal work hours, and travel if requested. Minimum and Additional Requirements
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State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and professional experience related to the position.Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation."Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate."
Preferred Qualifications
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Previous experience in a perinatal or Maternal and Child Health setting strongly preferred. Previous experience in medical record abstraction strongly preferred. Additional Comments
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EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
- 15 days Sick Leave per year
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices *
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.