What are the responsibilities and job description for the SCVDRS Abstractor (Program Coordinator I) - 61008719-173058 position at S.C. Department of Public Health?
Job Responsibilities
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The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a Program Coordinator I to assist with abstraction of violent death and drug overdose death data for the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) and the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS) in South Carolina. The Program Coordinator I will serve as a Region Lead for NVDRS abstraction and will assist with SUDORS abstraction. This position will work with personally identifiable information and will:
Minimum And Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: B achelor’s degree in nursing, public health, other health-related field, or criminal justice. One or more years of experience in law enforcement, pre-hospital healthcare, healthcare, or death investigation. Proficiency in navigating computer systems with demonstrated ability to learn new data systems quickly. Ability to read, interpret, and summarize key findings from investigative and clinical reports.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, and One Drive application. Experience working in virtual and hybrid environments with remote partners and teams.
Additional Comments
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.
EEO: SC DPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for temporary grant positions that includes:
Careers at DPH: Work that makes a difference!
Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a Program Coordinator I to assist with abstraction of violent death and drug overdose death data for the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) and the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS) in South Carolina. The Program Coordinator I will serve as a Region Lead for NVDRS abstraction and will assist with SUDORS abstraction. This position will work with personally identifiable information and will:
- Abstract violent death and drug overdose death data from death certificates, coroner and law enforcement reports, postmortem toxicology, and supplemental records and enter de-identified data into a secure cloud-based data system approved by NVDRS and SUDORS.
- Abstractions will be conducted at DPH and at data providers’ offices throughout the state. Travel to conduct abstraction onsite at data providers offices will be required. Additional travel for conference participation or training may also be required.
- As Region Lead, will assist with record retrieval and data quality activities for assigned DPH regions. Will search county and municipal coroners and law enforcement websites and social media accounts for official press releases. Will assist with NVDRS and SUDORS data closeouts and submissions and with additional quality assurance and improvement activities to include case validation, quality control, and re-abstractions.
- May assist with compilation, publication, and presentation of data for internal and external stakeholders. Must maintain up-to-date knowledge of and adhere to DPH and CDC NVDRS and SUDORS guidelines and policies. Responsible for safeguarding personally identifiable information by complying with all data integrity and security policies.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: B achelor’s degree in nursing, public health, other health-related field, or criminal justice. One or more years of experience in law enforcement, pre-hospital healthcare, healthcare, or death investigation. Proficiency in navigating computer systems with demonstrated ability to learn new data systems quickly. Ability to read, interpret, and summarize key findings from investigative and clinical reports.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, and One Drive application. Experience working in virtual and hybrid environments with remote partners and teams.
Additional Comments
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.
EEO: SC DPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for temporary grant positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Primary Member, Spouse, and Children (must average at least 30 hours a week to be eligible)
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
- REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote may be available after six (6) months of employment for approved position.
