Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  00053450

Description Activated On:  12/19/2023 9:07:57 AM


Position Purpose:
Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. 

This paid internship is open to all current PA students (bachelors level or higher)
The intern will speak with healthcare providers, patients and family members to assess rick factors for infection and collect data.

Description of Duties:
Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor.

This student position will conduct phone interviews as part of an enteric disease team. Responsibilities include interviewing patients with enteric diseases (such as Salmonella) routinely and during outbreaks. This position will also assist with database management and participate in weekly meetings in the office. This position may also offer the opportunity to work on special projects as time and interest permit. Some remote work during evenings and weekends is required. Some ground travel is recommended, but not required.

Decision Making:
Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature.

Must exercise independent judgment in setting priorities and in delegating portions of the support activities.

Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License

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Essential Functions
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 1. Communicates verbally and in writing.
 2. Utilizes personal computer, telephone, copiers, FAX machine, typewriter, and various printers.
 3. Ability to discuss sensitive issues with patients and family members.
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