IDRP Disease Reporting Professional - Health Professional III - Integrated Disease Reporting Program Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4843763) Apply  IDRP Disease Reporting Professional - Health Professional III - Integrated Disease Reporting Program Salary $63,456.00 - $69,801.60 Annually Location Denver, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number RFAA00913-02/25/25 Department Department of Public Health & Environment Division Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response Opening Date 02/25/2025 Closing Date 2/27/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 4300 South Cherry Creek Drive Denver, Co 80246 FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Rosalie Esparza rosalie.esparza@state.co.us Type of Announcement This position is open only to classified permanent employees of the listed department and division within that department. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information Division of Disease Control and Public Health - Integrated Disease Reporting Program This position is open only to classified permanent employee of the listed Department and Division within that Department. This announcement represents the selection process for an occupied, reclassified state position. Applications will not be considered from any individuals not specifically covered by strict eligibility requirements. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. NOTICE OF PROPOSED REALLOCATION Position Number:FAA 00913 Encumbered By:Taylor Kilian Position Number:FAA01686 Encumbered By:Clarissa Ibarra Position Number:FAA00914 Encumbered By:Emily Cortright Position Number:FAA 00299 Encumbered By:Susma Dahal Position Number:FAA 01311 Encumbered By:Sarah Tripp The incumbent is recommended for reallocation to Health Professional III, C7C3XX Be BOLD.....Make a REAL difference . . . and join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive. In addition to free parking, access to RTD bus lines, Cherry Creek bike path, and flexible working arrangements, click the link below to review additional benefits and perks!!!! https://cdphe.colorado.gov/careers Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For moreinformation, go to: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service Description of Job The Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively monitor, detect, diagnose, prepare for, and nimbly respond to, all types of conditions and events that impact the public’s health. The work Unit The purpose of the Electronic and Disease Reporting (EDR) Branch is to collect, integrate, and use communicable disease and environmental health information to benefit public health. The Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR), and the EDR Branch, operate on the belief that all people-- no matter their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education level, age, language, religion, ability or geographic location -- should have the opportunity to live healthy lives. Within EDR, the Integrated Disease Reporting Program (IDRP) receives and processes timely, high quality case report information from providers, laboratories and electronic health records for the many and varied reportable conditions as designated by Colorado Revised Statutes and Board of Health Rules and Regulations to support surveillance projects across the Division. The program’s goal is to ensure efficient and confidential methods to obtain complete and accurate data that can be used to facilitate public health actions. The Position This position receives and independently processes reports from providers, infection perfectionists (IPs), and laboratories for the many and varied reportable conditions as designated by Colorado Revised Statutes and Board of Health Rules and Regulations. Using knowledge of reportable conditions and the integrated disease surveillance systems, this position assesses reports for appropriateness and completeness, analyzes and processes incoming electronic messages, uses discretion when adapting existing procedures to ensure efficient and accurate disease report processing, and identifies solutions to improve data quality in collaboration with other teams. This position ensures quality and timeliness of confidential medical information by inputting data and generating data quality reports, identifying cases which need immediate attention, and informing professional staff of rare events and/or changes in volume of reportable cases. Using guidelines and regulations, this position conveys information, explains requirements, interprets regulations, and obtains specific information. The position identifies barriers to reporting and analyzes issues to resolve most problems independently. This position provides EMSA expertise to DCPHR and other staff in interpreting HL7 mappings and analyzing the impact of decisions made when applying rules across conditions. What you will be doing: Electronic Disease Report Mapping and Processing + Anticipate downstream effects of decisions made when mapping within the electronic disease surveillance system. + Analyze incoming reports and develop/document processes for handling different types of queues, exceptions, and errors. + Independently tailor mappings for incoming errors and exceptions from different laboratories and to meet different condition reporting needs and know when to elevate to a supervisor or SME for input. + Provide education to SMEs about EMSAs capabilities and limitations when developing protocols for electronic processing of incoming ELRs. Be able to explain the decisions and reasoning behind how diagnoses and conditions have been mapped in EMSA. + Analyze existing mappings to identify set up errors and fix identified errors systematically. + Follow department and division procedures for maintaining confidentiality of disease reports. Non-Electronic Disease Reporting and Processing + Providing disease reporting guidance to reporting providers and laboratories. + Receive and process disease reports received via electronic means, eFAX, mail, email and by phone. + Navigate and use all components of the integrated disease surveillance system. + Notify SME’s as required for certain reportable conditions. + Utilize available resources to maintain high quality disease reports. + Independently review existing processes and procedures as new situations arise and use discretion to provide input to improve existing guidance. + Follow department and division procedures for maintaining confidentiality of disease reports. + Review incoming reports in order to identify duplicates, cases for entry, updates to existing records and process reports of notifiable conditions into the integrated disease reporting system according to protocols. + Inform external stakeholders of the minimum disease surveillance reporting requirements and provide technical assistance as needed. + Customer Support and Data Quality + Serve as a resource and provides expertise to SME’s (including epidemiologists, Reportal users, eCR staff and more) regarding EMSA set up, functionality, limitations, and providing guidance. + Routinely analyze case reports for data quality and assurance. + Collaborate with team members, program staff and stakeholders to ensure incoming reports are timely, accurate, and meet the needs of the department’s surveillance activities. + Identify, track, and communicate resolution of identified data issues and modifications needed to meet changing reporting needs + Search electronic databases and/or contact physicians, laboratories, and hospital infection preventionists to obtain additional information to ensure reports are complete and accurate + Evaluate incoming data for accuracy, formatting and completeness and notifies the appropriate team for follow up. + Evaluate and respond to telephone calls from laboratories, providers, and other professionals to determine the level of need and the appropriate person/program to address the issue to ensure effective exchange of information. + Continually evaluates the efficiency of the integrated disease surveillance system and troubleshoots clients concerns or issues with the program + Verify core data fields are complete for annual data reconciliation. User Access Management + Receive, review, record, provision, and update user access for various systems in collaboration with internal and external partners (e.g. local public health staff and electronic medical record providers). + Utilize established procedures for providing user access and use judgment to determine if access is appropriate when requests are not outlined in the standardized process. + Maintain an accurate and complete list of active and disabled users. + Conduct routine review of user access to ensure deactivations occur in a timely manner. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights T o be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements needed for consideration. This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. Your resume will not be accepted to qualify for the minimum qualifications. Experience Six (6) years of professional experience in disease surveillance and/or disease reporting, clinical laboratory, health information management, public health, or epidemiology or the ability to analyze messages utilizing HL7, eCR, LOINC and SNOMED. OR Combination of Experience and Education Experience in disease surveillance and/or disease reporting, clinical laboratory, health information management, public health, or epidemiology or the ability to analyze messages using HL7, eCR, LOINC and SNOMED and/or education in health or animal sciences, health information management, biology, epidemiology, public health, disease reporting or in a closely related field equal to six (6) years. **** YOU MUST ATTACH A COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS TO YOUR APPLICATION If YOU ARE USING EDUCATION TO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**** NOTE: Click on the link here How to Apply (https://youtu.be/vUwZiY6G24U) to submit a complete application that documents your work history giving details of your qualifications, including how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position when listing your work history. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must be willing to: + A pre-employment background check + Be expected to work and/or remain at their worksite in delayed start, early release, or closure situations. + Be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place. + Be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Years of relevant Colorado State Service + Experience using EMSA, EpiTrax, or any other disease surveillance system.. + Ability to analyze incoming disease reports to promptly complete reporting. + Experience reviewing, analyzing, and/or interpreting laboratory test results and/or ELR messages. + Knowledge of Colorado’s reportable conditions and a strong understanding of case definitions. APPEAL RIGHTS: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Supplemental Information A complete application packet must include: + A complete application that documents your work history giving details of your qualifications, including how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications when listing your work history + A copy of your transcripts (unofficial copy acceptable) + If you are a veteran, attach a copy of your DD214 to your application The Selection Process: + Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications. + A top group, up to six (6) candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Daniel Mckenna at daniel.mckenna@state.co.us or call 303-692-6319. Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first- ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it. CDPHE IS A TOBACCO FREE CAMPUS The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 Did you attach a copy of your transcripts to your application if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications? (unofficial copy accepted) + Yes + No 02 If you are a veteran, did you attach a copy of your DD214? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email