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University of Washington
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Adult Family Home Contact Tracer - Roxby Group (Limited Term/Temporary)
University of Washington
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Full Time
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Healthcare, Information Technology
| The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. At the University of Washington, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice for all. The University of Washington School of Medicine’s Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases and Public Health – Seattle & King County (PHSKC) are partnering to implement a program that will integrate COVID-19 testing into adult family homes in King County to rapidly scale-up testing among affected residents and workers. Improving access to COVID-19 testing in adult family homes is an important part of improving health equity in King County. We are seeking Temporary Contact Tracers (Research Coordinators) to conduct contact tracing activities for the COVID-19 outbreak response specifically in adult family homes. The work of the Adult Family Home Contact Tracer involves conducting in-depth interviews with confirmed cases and follows up with their contacts in order to notify them about test/exposure status, reinforce isolation and quarantine (I/Q) guidelines, facilitate adherence to I/Q by supporting individual's needs. The contact tracers will work closely with the COVID-19 project and with SKCPH. Under general supervision of the project co-directors the contact tracer will: JOB DUTIES: Research Coordination 75% •Call assigned COVID positive cases, and conduct in-depth interviews using call scripts and protocols; simultaneously enter call data into RedCap •Follow-up with contacts of cases, using call scripts and protocols; •Follow-up on peripheral requests with their cases/contacts to make sure their requests for information have been met or whether additional referrals are needed •Coordinate testing of contacts and coordinate with the testing team to conduct on-site testing events •Coordinate referrals for support services to appropriate agencies. •Facilitate access to interpretation services as needed •Coordinate and complete reporting of cases to PHSKC if needed Data Collection and Administrative 25% •Interact with multiple platforms like RedCap, Mosio, and Dynamics •Document challenges and brings to team during debrief; resolves accordingly •Strict adherence to client confidentiality and handling of PHI (including notes taken, and other communication) •Participation in data collection and quality improvement activities specific to the adult family home testing project •Facilitate grocery services •Other duties as required Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Science or related field and at least 1 year's experience to include: •Ability to establish rapport with diverse groups of people in a very brief amount of time. •Ability to work with communities of people with varied lived experiences in a non-judgmental manner. •Maintain confidentiality of protected health information at all times. •Carry out assignments and responsibilities reliably in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner. •Strong attention to details. •Strong oral communication skills. •Washington State Driver's License or the ability to provide transportation to work locations with limited or no public transportation services is required. •Highly proficient with navigating computers and data management platforms. On-site testing will be required of all applicants. •Ability to comprehend complex information and adapt to changing guidance. In order to successfully complete training, new employees must pass a graded assessment. Desirable Qualifications: •Previous COVID-related work •Experience working in or with a local health department •Fluency in English is required; bilingual Spanish-English language skills are preferred Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. The University of Washington is following physical distancing directives from state and local governments as part of the collective effort to combat the spread of COVID-19. Click here for updates “Onsite work” in the interim will vary for units and for specific positions and will be discussed with candidates during the interview process. | |||
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About University of Washington
Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest public institutions in the west coast and one of the preeminent research universities in the world. The University of Washington is a multi-campus university comprised of three different campuses: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The Seattle campus is made up of sixteen schools and colleges that serve students ranging from an undergraduate level to a doctoral level. The university is home to world-class libraries, arts, music, drama, and sports, as well as the highest quality medical care in Washington State and a world-class academic medical center. The teaching and research of the University’s many professional schools provide undergraduate and graduate students the education necessary toward achieving an excellence that will serve the state, the region, and the nation. As part of a large and diverse community, the University of Washington serves more students than any other institution in the Northwest.
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