Public Health Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home.

Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations.

Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery.

We provide clinical services to include hands on direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities.

With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation.

Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defence and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care.

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Job Description

This position is contingent upon award of contract.

The Public Health Technician performs complex multidisciplinary public health safety and sanitation studies, inspections, and investigations to enforce federal laws and regulations and protect the health and safety of the population at risk.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited public health program, associate degree, or U.S. Military technical school training in one of the following fields : 4E0X1 Public Health Specialist, 68R Army Vet Food Specialist, 68S Preventive Medicine Specialist, or HM-8432 Preventive Medicine Technician.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Public Administration, or Health Administration or a closely related field is preferred.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Common Access Card (CAC) or ability to obtain one.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US DOS clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.
• Must be able to relocate to Iraq.
• A valid US passport is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Iraq.

Experience Preferred :

Experience on a military site, working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• At least one year of experience in the inspection of food and drink establishments. This experience should demonstrate knowledge of Federal laws and regulations as they pertain to food safety.
• Registered Sanitarian (RS) Credential preferred.
• Must complete the Servsafe Instructor Course and Exam and Registered Servsafe Proctor Course and Exam or course equivalent before deploying.
• Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized and have excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to sudden changes and flexibility in work requirements to include potential shift changes based on operational needs and / or command priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).

Key Responsibilities :

• Conducts routine inspections to prevent or eliminate environmental and sanitation health hazards as
• directed; may be assigned to regulate food facilities, drinking water programs (ROWPU & bottled water),
• MWR / gyms, barber / beauty shops, food and bottled water receipt of goods and storage areas, MRE’s
• ablution units, and chemical latrines following current standard operating procedures; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Enforces health and safety laws and regulations.
• Prepares and maintains records of inspections; gathers evidence and recommends corrective actions.
• Updates and maintains a variety of files, records, and other documents; gathers, compiles, and synthesizes data; maintains appropriate records and prepares reports as required.
• Presents community outreach programs; educates the population at risk regarding program services.
• Responds to public health complaints; work with additional stakeholders and recommend corrective action, writes and issues memorandum of record within the scope of authority.
• Assists with influenza vaccination outreach and campaign
• Responds to communicable disease and foodborne illness outbreaks, apply epidemiological methods, and provide consultation and recommendations.
• Provides referral to supervisor when problems occur beyond the scope of the position and tracks the problem until it has been resolved.
• Addresses concerns on specific public health issues; educates the necessary stakeholders on public health issues.
• Records and maintains patient information in accordance with standard protocols, and the Privacy Act.
• Identifies and records the signs and symptoms of physical and mental conditions.
• Thoroughly exercises skill in initiative, judgment, problem-solving and decision-making daily.
• Makes independent judgments and prioritizes workload.
• Actively participates in Mass Casualty exercises and events.
• Performance of other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Compensation

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits.

Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits :

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.

Additional benefits include a 401k plan and paid time off and annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.