Title: Newborn Screening Follow-up Coordinator - (Program Coordinator II) - 61008468
Location: Columbia SC United States
Salary
$46,655.00 - $66,488.00 Annually
Location
Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
61008468/172410
Agency
SCDPH-CO/COS
Opening Date
01/09/2025
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities
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Under supervision of the Newborn Screening (NBS) Follow-up Program Manager, appointee serves as a NBS Follow-up Coordinator for the SC NBS Program. The employee will serve as an indirect/short-term case coordinator for infants with abnormal screening results for endocrine, genetic, hemoglobin, and metabolic disorders. NBS disorder areas include but are not limited to Congenital Hypothyroidism, Hemoglobin disorders, Cystic Fibrosis, metabolic and lysosomal storage disorders, Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, Adrenoleukodystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and other new NBS disorders as assigned.
The NBS Coordinator notifies hospitals, physician offices, Maternal & Child Health (MCH) Bureau, and/or appropriate medical staff concerning infants with abnormal NBS lab results. The coordinator also collaborates with healthcare providers and medical specialists to ensure linkage to care for infants identified with potential NBS disorders. The coordinator performs short-term case management by establishing, tracking, and maintaining accurate and complete patient case files to closure, including the patient's final diagnosis and/or outcome.
The NBS Coordinator provides guidance and assistance to hospitals, physician offices, and public health staff regarding NBS short-term follow-up procedures.
The NBS Coordinator assists in the development and implementation of an electronic patient case management system. The coordinator also works with stakeholders on tasks related to current and expanded NBS. Acquires and maintains competency in NBS patient case management system.
The NBS Coordinator collaborates with other staff to develop and implement QI activities and marketing materials (e.g., trainings, newsletters) for the NBS Follow-up program. The coordinator also collaborates with other NBS staff to populate the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) data repository by periodically keying and/or importing diagnostic patient case data.
The NBS Coordinator participates in pertinent meetings, trainings, and NBS emergency operations as needed. This includes being available to work Saturdays and providing select holiday coverage on a mandatory rotating basis, with other duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a healthcare science with at least one (1) years' experience in Public Health. See preferred credential(s) and/or healthcare license(s) listed in the preferred qualifications section below. Or associate degree RNs with two (2) years of experience working with common conditions included in the newborn screening panel.
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
Preferred qualifications include clinical work experience with neonates or common medical conditions included on the newborn screening panel. A nurse (RN/LPN), registered dietitian (RDN/LD), registered medical laboratory scientist (MLS), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), certified genetic counselor (CGC), or Master of Public Health (MPH) professional is preferred.
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 FTE positions that includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
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 is available after six (6) months of employment if it applies to the position.
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
