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<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd> Primarily responsible for examining all birth and death certificates for the Tulsa metropolitan area and surrounding rural areas for accuracy and completeness, issuing certified copies of birth, death, and stillbirth certificates. </dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd> ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (100% of Time): <ol> <li>Examines all birth and death certificates for accuracy and completeness; issues birth, death, and stillbirth certificates as requested by the public and funeral directors.</li> <li>Assess and verify legal documents, e.g., court orders, affidavits, foreign and domestic identity documents, benefit statements, and lease agreements to determine the validity of submitted evidence to establish the identity and/or legal eligibility of applicants.</li> <li>Provides information to individuals by telephone and in person regarding birth and death certificates and preserves the confidentiality of certificates.</li> <li>Enters birth and death data into the computer to ensure efficient retrieval.</li> <li>Ensures safekeeping of certified certificate paper.</li> <li>Completes required training in support of the duties and responsibilities of this position.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned include those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.</li> </ol> </dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience: <ul> <li>Two years of responsible office/clerical experience and/or training required.</li> <li>Experience working in a high-volume customer interaction environment.</li> </ul> Knowledge and Skills: <ul> <li>Knowledge of proper English usage, spelling, punctuation, grammar; modern office methods and procedures; business letter and report writing, fundamental record keeping, telephone communications, and filing systems.</li> <li>High attention to detail </li> <li>Must be able to arrive at work on time, work on-site, and have regular work attendance</li> <li>Must be able to work cooperatively with other co-workers regardless of personality, presence, or communication style</li> <li>Must be able to provide excellent customer service regardless of customer personality, presence, or communication style</li> <li>Must be able to work in a stressful atmosphere</li> <li>Must be able to rotate job tasks</li> <li>Must be able to occasionally work overtime</li> <li>Ability to solve practical problems; interpret instructions and perform arithmetic computations.</li> <li>Ability to follow oral and written directions; work effectively with others. </li> <li>Keyboarding skills of 35 words per minute accurately; operate modern office equipment; skills in MS Word. </li> <li>Ability to compile and maintain records and files and compose correspondence independently. </li> <li>Ability to deal tactfully with the public and funeral directors.</li> <li>Bilingual (Spanish/English) required.</li> </ul> INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: <ul> <li>Internal contact with all divisions regarding meetings and operations of the Health Department.</li> <li>External contact with the public assisting in obtaining birth and death certificates; funeral home personnel concerning death registration; Oklahoma State Department of Health. </li> </ul> PHYSICAL EFFORT: Lifts materials, boxes of records, and equipment weighing up to 25-30 pounds; stooping, bending, and squatting in retrieving files. Sitting for periods of time, up to 3 hours. Repetitive hand motions are associated with using a computer, keyboard, mouse, and telephone. Work assigned schedule while being punctual. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – None Indirect Supervision – None Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipment Reports to – Vital Records Coordinator WORKING CONDITIONS: Office environment with moderately high noise or high traffic area, and frequent interruptions with no privacy. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: <ul> <li>Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.</li> <li>Must possess the ability and willingness to perform work-related travel.</li> </ul> FLSA Status: Non-Exempt </dd> </dl>

Tulsa Health Department

Vital Record Clerk- Bilingual -Spanish

<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd>Responsible for the overall operation and administration of the Tulsa Health Department Immunization Program including providing management of clinical activities, coordination of services, and community collaboration. Evaluating and directing their tasks and daily responsibilities. Assisting in the development of staff professional skills and developing collaborative relationships with other health and human service providers including the Oklahoma State Department of Health Immunization Program.</dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd> The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position but are not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (100% of Time): <ol> <li>Responsible for oversight and management of the state-administered grants and grant clinical services and program budget and program deliverables. </li> <li>Provides teaching and coaching in preventive health techniques and provides professional expertise, technical assistance, and training to nurses, ancillary staff, and occasionally to nursing students ensuring compliance with THD’s policy and procedures and program’s alignment with THD’s vision, mission and goals. </li> <li>Coordinates services with physicians, other health care providers, and social service agencies for education and/or health planning to provide efficient and comprehensive health care to clients.</li> <li>Conducts Performance Management Process (PMP) evaluations of staff and appropriate Performance Improvement Plans and/or Disciplinary Action(s) as needed; establishes individual performance goals for employees; supervises performance; counsels them on performance effectiveness and efficiency; recommends salary adjustments; and organizes daily activities of the programs to meet objectives. Oversees the ordering, inventory, and supplies of medications.</li> <li>Prepares reports and maintains necessary records; recommends and approves the purchase of supplies and equipment for clinics.</li> <li>Interviews clients and obtains client health history to perform appropriate screenings and treatment according to Physician Approved Protocols, makes appropriate referrals to other departments within THD; community agencies, and clinics; follows up on referrals, prepares reports, maintains and updates procedures and protocols, and maintains necessary records of cases assigned and actions taken.</li> <li>Participates and collaborates with other THD programs and outside agencies, also working with community health partners, planning and promotion of specific public health nursing programs; participates in the development of plans for health services in meeting the needs of a geographical area or provision of clinic services.</li> <li>Maintains contact with the OSDH program consultants; requests assistance when necessary and ensures that all state and federal mandates are observed; maintains program-specific procedures manuals, and updates as new directives are issued; and ensures staff awareness and compliance with same through appropriate consultation and training.</li> <li>Conducts chart audits to meet program requirements and ensure compliance with standards of care and identify training needs.</li> <li>Interviews applicants for vacant positions; makes hiring and termination recommendations to Associate Director, Office of Preventive Health Services; provides employees with performance plans and evaluations in accordance with THD policies and procedures; provides new employees with an orientation.</li> <li>Complete required training in support of the duties and responsibilities of this position.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.</li> </ol> </dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> Education: Bachelor’s degree required in nursing. Master’s degree in nursing, public health, or healthcare administration preferred. Experience: 5 years experience as a professional nurse is required, with at least 1-2 years experience in a supervisory, manager, or consultant role in public health, community health or equivalent. Skills: <ul> <li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li> <li>Communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse populations and age groups.</li> <li>Able to adapt to multifaceted situations. </li> <li>Ability to deal with changes effectively. </li> <li>Motivate team for success through coaching, problem-solving, and collaborative decision-making efforts. </li> <li>Forward planning and strategic thinking. </li> <li>Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.</li> <li>Records maintenance skills.</li> <li>Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.</li> <li>Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.</li> <li>Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.</li> </ul> Licenses: Possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, a Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: <ul> <li>Frequent internal and external contact with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel, other THD staff, and outside agencies to exchange information in order to coordinate care, referrals, and programs for clients. </li> <li>Additional external contact with patients to gather and provide health care information, and to give advice and counseling. </li> <li>Must interact professionally with the general public in civic and private organizational settings.</li> <li>Occasional media interviews as the subject matter expert for program topics.</li> </ul> PHYSICAL EFFORT: Physical effort may be required to move chairs and equipment for particular clinics and for loading/unloading supplies weighing up to approximately 30 pounds. Occasional physical effort is required in assisting heavy patients during physical examinations. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Lifts materials, boxes of records, and equipment weighing up to 25-30 pounds; stooping, bending, and squatting while retrieving files. Repetitive hand and arm movement related to computer and telephone operation and medical examinations. Reaching, grasping, talking, hearing, and visual acuity are required to effectively work in this role. Sitting and standing for an extended period of time may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – Public Health nurses and auxiliary support staff. Indirect Supervision – None. Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for creating and maintaining program budget; responsible for assigned computer and software. Reports to – Associate Director, Preventive Health Services. WORKING CONDITIONS: Potential exposure to communicable infections, blood, and other bodily fluids. Clinic is fast-paced and high volume. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: <ul> <li>Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.</li> <li>Must possess the ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.</li> </ul> FLSA Status: Exempt </dd> </dl>

Clinical Manager Immunization

<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd>Reporting to the Legal Counsel/Associate Director of Legal Services &amp; Human Resources, the Associate Attorney contributes to the advancement of the local public health’s mission by performing a range of responsibilities related to the Tulsa Health Department’s operations and legal compliance with applicable legal matters. This position works collaboratively with THD’s executives, managers, and staff to address legal issues and works internally with Human Resources to consult on employee matters and legal training. The Associate Attorney is primarily responsible for providing legal services to the agency under the direction of the Legal Counsel.</dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd> The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position but are not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (100% of the time) <ol> <li>Develop and maintain a variety of legal documents in support of agency activities. These include contracts, professional services agreements, mutual aid agreements, vendor agreements, and other documents for conducting business.</li> <li>Researches and analyzes laws, policies, and ancillary legal materials to obtain information needed to advise staff, draft documents, or reach a legal conclusion.</li> <li>Obtain and maintain knowledge of relevant government financing and purchasing statutes and municipal codes.</li> <li>Provides legal oversight in support of the agency’s emergency operations activities.</li> <li>Conducts training on relevant legal topics.</li> <li>Perform duties to ensure compliance with the Oklahoma Open Records and Open Meeting Acts.</li> <li>Participate in investigations, including providing advice and assistance to staff in matters involving employee conduct, violations of privacy laws i.e., HIPAA, and other internal matters.</li> <li>Assists the Organizational Development Training Department to create, review, and implement training on federal employment laws such as ADA, FMLA, Discrimination, and Sexual Harassment.</li> <li>Assists with employment law research and stays up to date with federal and state changes in Wage and Hour law and FLSA.</li> <li>Advises on administrative law matters impacting the agency.</li> <li>Assists with relevant research and updates of the agency’s Personnel and Procedures Manual.</li> <li>Completes required training in support of the duties and responsibilities of this position.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned, including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations</li> </ol> </dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS: Education: J.D. Law Degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited school of law is required. Experience: Four or more years of experience in the practice of law is required. Experience in contract development and negotiations, and working with local government legal issues is highly desired. Knowledge/Skills: <ul> <li>Extensive and excellent written and oral communication skills coupled with demonstrated experience communicating complex and unusual topics or issues both verbally and in writing to diverse audiences.</li> <li>Demonstrated professional-level experience in the following subject areas:</li> <li>Excellent presentation skills.</li> <li>Strong research and analytical skills.</li> <li>Negotiation</li> <li>Collaboration</li> <li>Document management and control</li> <li>Ability and willingness to develop trusting and effective relationships with diverse groups.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal communication skills in order to communicate effectively with peers and maintain productive working relationships within the agency and with community partners.</li> </ul> Licenses: Licensed to practice law in the State of Oklahoma and active membership in the State of Oklahoma Bar Association. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:<ul> <li>Regular contact with internal personnel at all levels.</li> <li>External contact with contractors, subcontractors, other local government personnel and professional contacts at a local and national level.</li> </ul> PHYSICAL EFFORT: This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. Occasionally lifts materials, boxes of records, and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds; stooping, bending, and squatting in retrieving files. Regularly communicates with internal and external staff and partners. Move about in an office setting. Verbally communicate in front of small and large groups of people. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – None. Indirect Supervision – None. Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipment and computer hardware and software. Reports to – Legal Counsel/Associate Director of Legal Services &amp; Human Resources WORKING CONDITIONS: No unusual working conditions. Must be flexible to meet the needs of various schedules; hours may fluctuate based on the priority of deadlines and workload. Varying degrees of stress and pressure depend on the urgency of the task or project. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:<ul> <li>Must maintain THD record confidentiality unless officially authorized to release a record.</li> <li>Must possess the ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.</li> </ul> FLSA Status: Exempt </dd> </dl>

Associate Attorney

<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd>Primarily provides epidemiologic support for Tulsa Health Department programs, including but not limited to acute disease investigation, emergency preparedness and response, environmental health, community health, chronic disease, and maternal child health. Assists in the development and implementation of epidemiological programs to prevent and control diseases, injuries, and other conditions. Supports agency-wide program planning and evaluation efforts.</dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd> The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (90% of Time): <ol> <li>Assist with investigations of reportable diseases as reported by state or federal agencies, laboratories, physicians, hospitals, and medical care facilities.</li> <li>Serves as a primary responder for reportable diseases in Tulsa County (on call duties)</li> <li>Conduct offsite interviews and investigations in performance of job duties.</li> <li>Assist in the development, analysis, and reporting of reportable disease mitigation and preparedness planning. This includes the updating and editing of epidemiologic policies and procedures/plans.</li> <li>Conduct epidemiologic analysis of disease or health data for populations in Tulsa County, including monthly and quarterly reports on reportable diseases.</li> <li>Prepare presentations and/or abstracts for community presentations, conferences, workshops, and training sessions.</li> <li>Conduct descriptive statistical analysis of large relational databases, including trend monitoring, and other analysis of health, demographic, and environmental data.</li> <li>Research various media and literature to maintain most recent information on various diseases and epidemiologic topics.</li> <li>Assist with syndromic surveillance activities</li> <li>Prepare and edit reports for internal or external publication in reference to the Department’s data, programs, activities, and guidelines.</li> <li>Interact with the public, outside agencies, and organizations through meetings, public presentations, and media interviews to improve public and pofessional understanding of public health and the Department’s programs.</li> <li>Represent the Division/Department in meetings and communications with committees, task forces, and stakeholders to encourage timely reporting and promote interests.</li> <li>Participate in staff meetings, quality assurance activities, and appropriate trainings in support of duties and responsibilities of this position.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.</li> </ol> SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS - NON-ESSENTIAL (10% of Time): 1. Participates in education opportunities related to the job. 2. Provides orientation to new employees, medical, and nursing students. </dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> Education: Bachelor’s degree in epidemiology, public health, biology, planning, engineering, environmental science, or a related field preferred that would provide knowledge of advanced electronic data management, analytical and research techniques, advanced planning procedures, and report writing/presentation. Experience: Zero to three years of employment and/or education in public health, medical, or environmental health that would provide skill development in disease investigation, plan development, compiling, managing and analyzing data, computer modeling, and research. Licenses: None. Knowledge/Skills: <ul> <li>Knowledge of laboratory methods and investigative techniques.</li> <li>Knowledge of human biology, microbiology, parasitology, immunology and pathology; medical terminology, social and economic conditions.</li> <li>Skill in statistical analysis and reporting.</li> <li>Ability to use a personal computer and knowledge of common epidemiology and biostatistical software.</li> <li>Communication skills are required to present complex ideas orally and in writing to people inside and outside of the Health Department.</li> <li>Skills are required in the use of computer databases, file manipulation and data analysis, and the use of statistical, database, spreadsheet, or geographic information system software.</li> <li>Highly motivated and capable of working under demanding time constraints with minimal supervision.</li> </ul> INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:<ul> <li>Regular contact with internal staff, coworkers, supervisor, department managers, and other Health Department personnel regarding investigations.</li> <li>Frequent external contact with personnel of other state and federal agencies, physicians, hospital staff, and with the public.</li> </ul> PHYSICAL EFFORT: Arm/hand steadiness and digital dexterity enough to operate a keyboard and perform other essential functions of the job. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – None. Indirect Supervision – None. Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipment. Reports to – Epidemiology supervisor WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul> <li>Primarily indoors in an office setting, spending 2-3 hours on the telephone.</li> <li>Subject to driving offsite in varying weather and environmental conditions.</li> <li>Subject to exposure to communicable diseases and possible exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.</li> </ul> SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:<ul> <li>Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.</li> <li>Must possess ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.</li> </ul> FLSA Status: Exempt </dd> </dl>

Epidemiologist I

<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd>Primarily responsible for providing public health nursing services to the public and is involved in community health activities. Pay range begins at $62,500 annually for AD and $65,500 annually for BSN. </dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd> The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. <ol> <li>Interviews patients to obtain medical history and update records; and explains medical forms and assists patient in the form completion.</li> <li>Reviews client’s admission paperwork, eligibility criteria, BCD and fee payments to determine the correct public or private funding resources to utilize. Completes BCD and client medical records to indicate service(s) provided per clinic visit.</li> <li>Maintains accurate product inventory. Follows quality assurance protocol for safe handling and storage of biologicals.</li> <li>Reviews and evaluates immunization records, and administers immunizations.</li> <li>Performs assessment, testing, screening, and treatment services to clients utilizing the Physician Approved Protocols.</li> <li>Collects and prepares lab specimens as needed and per established guidelines; and completes necessary requisition for specific lab tests to assure proper routing of all specimens.</li> <li>Applies knowledge of all contraceptive methods, including emergency contraception and sterilization in the provision of comprehensive family planning options/procedures counseling.</li> <li>Recommends, counsels and administers medication and treatment; and provides instruction on medical procedures to patients according to Physician Approved Protocols.</li> <li>Performs adult health screening for cholesterol, anemia, blood pressure, blood sugar and the presence of cervical cancer; and teaches breast self-examination and does clinical breast exams.</li> <li>Documents clinic visits and follow-up action, prepares and sends correspondence for follow-up and maintains clinic records.</li> <li>Receives calls from patients and counsels regarding problems, follows up on missed appointments and abnormal pap/laboratory results and maintains necessary records.</li> <li>Extends clinical service and community outreach by assisting with provision of health education, limited screenings or immunizations at local health fairs, schools and Caring Van sites.</li> <li>Participates in orientation process of new staff and students.</li> <li>Participates in Health Department meetings and community meetings related to health center services.</li> <li>Completes required training in support of duties and responsibilities of this position.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency response operations.</li> </ol> </dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> Education: <ul> <li>Associate degree in nursing required.</li> <li>Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul><li>Two years of experience as a professional Registered Nurse (RN) preferred.</li></ul> Licenses:<ul> <li>Possession of a permanent registered nurse (RN) license issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing is required.</li> <li>Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.</li> </ul> Knowledge and Skills <ul> <li>Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional nursing, particularly relating to public health nursing.</li> <li>Skills in interacting with patients of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.</li> <li>Counseling and providing health education and in providing skilled nursing care; and in listening, paying attention to details, and retaining information.</li> <li>Work independently with minimum of supervision.</li> <li>Interactive relationship to work with team members and other staff.</li> <li>Good writing, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills are required.</li> <li>Skills required interviewing patients, explaining medications, and gaining acceptance of recommendations.</li> <li>Computer skills in data entry, MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.</li> <li>Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.</li> </ul> </dd> <dt><h2>Supplemental Information</h2></dt> <dd> INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: <ul> <li>Frequent internal contact with nurses and other personnel to discuss patient follow-up, records and referrals.</li> <li>Frequent external contact with private providers, community programs, schools and other agencies to obtain information, to provide patient referrals and to coordinate programs.</li> </ul> SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – None. Indirect Supervision – Student nurses. Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipment. Reports to – Manager or Supervisor, Clinical Services PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Occasionally physical effort is required to assist heavy clients (up to 300 lbs.) during physical examinations and move equipment in the client’s home up to 30 lbs. Physical effort may be required to move chairs and equipment weighing up to approximately 30 lbs. WORKING CONDITIONS: Regular exposure to communicable disease, contaminated blood, and other body fluids during the course specimen collection for laboratory analysis. High volume and fast-paced clinic. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:<ul> <li>Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.</li> <li>Must possess ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.</li> </ul> </dd> </dl>

Public Health Registered Nurse

<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd>Pay range begins at $62,500 annually for AD and $65,500 annually for BSN. Primarily responsible for providing professional nursing services through home visitation to low-income, low-resource, first-time mothers and during the first two years of the child’s life. Focusing on women who have had no previous live births, the nurses implement the Nurse Family Partnership Model, using well developed program protocols to improve women’s health-related behaviors, parent’s care of their children, and parent’s own personal development. Fluency in Spanish and English preferred. </dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd> ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (90% of Time): <ol> <li>Prepares reports, procedures, protocols, and maintains necessary records of cases assigned and actions taken.</li> <li>Provides and receives professional consultation through monthly large group and small teams meetings and meets weekly with supervisor for reflective consultation.</li> <li>Interviews clients in clients’ current dwelling places. Obtains client health history, assesses intra-, inter-, and extra-personal areas of physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, spiritual, and developmental factors affecting client and family; and inspects dwelling place for safe, healthy habitation, and availability of necessary items for healthy living standards.</li> <li>Develops health goals and plans for intervention with clients/families.</li> <li>Educates clients and their families concerning health maintenance and bio-psychosocial problems; and recommends treatment according to accepted protocols.</li> <li>Performs routine physical assessments on clients and follows a visitation schedule that varies over the two and one-half years the family is in the program.</li> <li>Works with families, following a comprehensive program plan that focuses on mother’s personal health and personal development, quality of care giving for the infant and toddler, environmental health, preventing unintended subsequent pregnancies, and finding or returning to work.</li> <li>Helps family access and use other areas of the Tulsa Health Department, as well as other community agencies, physicians, and human services they may need and follows up on referrals.</li> <li>Responsible for providing and maintaining educational information pertinent to the program goals.</li> <li>Responsible for electronic documentation of assessments and other required program documentation using a laptop computer. Proficient in MS Office software.</li> <li>Functions in preceptor role to provide education to nursing students.</li> <li>Completes required training in support of duties and responsibilities of this position.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.</li> </ol> SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS – NON-ESSENTIAL (5% of Time): Participates in educational opportunities related to job and updates other staff on information obtained. </dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> Education: <ul> <li>Associate degree in nursing required. </li> <li>Baccalaureate degree in nursing is preferred. </li> </ul> Experience: <ul><li>Two years of experience as a professional nurse is preferred.</li></ul> Licenses:<ul> <li>Possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, a Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).</li> <li> Valid Oklahoma driver’s license required. </li> </ul> Knowledge and Skills:<ul> <li>Visual, tactile, auditory, and olfactory skills are required in obtaining a biopsychosocial and environmental assessment.</li> <li>Computer skills in MS Office.</li> <li>Good oral and written communication skills are required to deal continually with the public, and resource and medical providers; obtain health information; and develop confidence with clients.</li> <li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.</li> </ul> </dd> <dt><h2>Supplemental Information</h2></dt> <dd> INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: • Frequent contact with other nurses, medical providers, and community resource agency staff to discuss client conditions and provide referrals. Must be able to work as a member of a team in a transdisciplinary and interdisciplinary mode. • Frequent external contact with community programs, schools, and other agencies to gather information to provide client referrals and to coordinate programs. • Continual contact with clients requiring motivation and collaborative skills. PHYSICAL EFFORT: <ul> <li>Physical effort is required to lift clients (up to 50 lbs.) during physical examination and move equipment (up to 20 lbs.) in conducting examinations in clients’ homes.</li> <li>Must be able to climb one to four flights of stairs (2-50 steps) with equipment.</li> <li>Must be physically and psychologically able to tolerate multiple noxious fumes, frequent exposure to clients using addictive legal and/or illegal substances (marijuana, cocaine, alcohol, etc.) and presence of animals.</li> </ul> SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – None. Indirect Supervision – None. Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipment. Reports to – Nurse Supervisor, Children First Program. WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul> <li>Regular exposure to communicable diseases, contaminated body fluids, bad weather, and other potentially hazardous conditions in visits to client homes.</li> <li>Must be able to work and record in an area of moderately high noise level, visual distraction and little privacy.</li> </ul> SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:<ul> <li>Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.</li> <li>Must daily access clinic sites and other facilities including client homes; and must be willing to do job-related travel.</li> <li>Must be willing to adjust work schedule to accommodate the needs of clients and occasionally work additional hours (over 40) if needed.</li> <li>Must have access to reliable personal transportation.</li> </ul> FLSA Status: Exempt </dd> </dl>

Public Health Nurse- Children First- Bilingual

<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd>Under general supervision of Manager, Facilities Management, installs, services, and repairs environmental control systems.</dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd> The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position but are not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (100% of Time): <ol> <li>Utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting, and structural layout: mounts compressor and condenser units on platform or floor; fabricates, assembles, and installs ductwork and chassis parts; and installs evaporator unit in chassis or air duct system.</li> <li>Connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating-ventilation fans to control panels; and connects control panels to power source.</li> <li>Plumbing knowledge is desired from PVC to copper and condensate drains and chilled water to heating water loop system.</li> <li>Observe pressure and vacuum gauges and adjust controls to ensure efficient operation.</li> <li>Test joints and connections for gas leaks.</li> <li>Replaces defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units, using hand tools and test equipment.</li> <li>Understand and have knowledge of lighting systems.</li> <li>May install, repair, and service air-conditioners, ranging from 5 to 150 tons cooling capacity.</li> <li>Repairs pneumatic controls.</li> <li>Must be proficient in small appliance refrigeration for freezers, refrigerators, and ice machines.</li> <li>Operates trucks, forklifts, and other vehicles in performing assigned duties. Must be able to help the team with snow removal.</li> <li>Completes required training in support of the duties and responsibilities of this position.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.</li> </ol> </dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS: Education: <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent required. </li> <li>Two years HVAC trade school required or comparable experience.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul><li>Five years of experience in working in HVAC trade as a licensed mechanic required.</li></ul> Skills: <ul><li>Ability to read and comprehend complicated electrical, plumbing, and air-conditioning blueprints and/or schematics.</li></ul> Licenses: <ul> <li>Oklahoma Mechanical Contractor/Journeyman’s License, EPA Universal</li> <li>Certification and Tulsa City First Class Stationary Engineer License is required.</li> <li>Valid Oklahoma driver license required.</li> </ul> INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:<ul> <li>Internal contact with all departments in determination of repair or maintenance requirements.</li> <li>External contact with vendors and electricians.</li> <li>Excellent customer service is desired.</li> </ul> RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – None Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipment. Reports to – Facilities Management Manager PHYSICAL EFFORT:<ul> <li>Stooping, bending, climbing, and lifting equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.</li> <li>Motor skills are required in the operation and repair of equipment and tools; and physical effort required in carrying equipment, machinery, tools, and furniture.</li> <li>Must be able to solve practical problems encompassing a variety of variables with limited standardization, and able to define the nature of an equipment/structural problem based on limited information.</li> </ul> WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to chemical vapors, noise, and dust. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:<ul> <li>Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.</li> <li>Must possess ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.</li> </ul> FLSA Status: Non-Exempt </dd> </dl>

Licensed Mechanical Journeyman

<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd> Primarily responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization's network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability. This role involves supporting emerging projects, enhancing network architecture, and ensuring continuous operations. The Network Engineer will work closely with other IT professionals and vendors to deliver high-quality network solutions, focusing on data, voice, security, and systems integration. This is not a remote position; the role requires onsite work. </dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd> ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (100% of time): <ol> <li>Designs, implements, and manages network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, firewalls, VPNs, and security protocols across multiple sites.</li> <li>Supports and maintains network hardware such as routers, switches, and wireless access points, ensuring reliable connectivity and performance.</li> <li>Monitors and optimizes network performance, diagnosing and resolving connectivity issues, bandwidth bottlenecks, and service interruptions.</li> <li>Collaborates with IT teams and vendors to integrate voice/data services, manage server connectivity, and support system upgrades.</li> <li>Implements and maintains network security measures, including firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and encryption technologies, to protect organizational data and resources.</li> <li>Assists in designing and maintaining disaster recovery plans for network infrastructure, ensuring minimal downtime and data loss.</li> <li>Performs routine network maintenance, including software updates, patch management, and performance tuning.</li> <li>Supports emerging projects by designing and configuring scalable network solutions that meet future business needs.</li> <li>Conducts network training and documentation to ensure other IT staff and users can support and troubleshoot basic network issues.</li> <li>Adheres to established policies and procedures, completing required training related to network security and operations.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned, including those required to support network infrastructure in public health emergency operations and cross-functional IT initiatives.</li> </ol> </dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, network engineering, or a related field. Relevant industry certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA Network+, or equivalent are preferred. Experience: 5 to 10 years of experience in network engineering, with hands-on experience designing and managing complex networks, including LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, and security systems. Skills: <ul> <li>Advanced knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF) and network management tools.</li> <li>Experience with firewalls and network security appliances, including next-gen firewalls.</li> <li>Proficiency in network design and architecture for multi-site environments.</li> <li>Knowledge of network monitoring and diagnostic tools to assess network performance and troubleshoot issues.</li> <li>Hands-on experience with cloud networking technologies, including hybrid cloud environments.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines.</li> <li>Ability to collaborate effectively with vendors, internal IT teams, and non-technical staff.</li> <li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.</li> </ul> Licenses: None. </dd> <dt><h2>Supplemental Information</h2></dt> <dd> INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Regular contact with all programs to support computer technology related to emerging projects and computer hardware and software. Contact with administrators of outside agencies to develop cooperative programs. PHYSICAL EFFORT: <ul> <li>Occasional physical effort is required to move computer equipment weighing up to 30 pounds to other locations on-site and off-site.</li> <li>Must be able to bend, stoop and reach while working with computer installation. </li> <li>Sitting for periods of time, up to 3 hours. </li> <li>Repetitive hand motions associated with using a computer, keyboard, mouse, and telephone.</li> </ul> WORKING CONDITIONS: Working conditions are those associated with working in an office environment within a building with public access. </dd> </dl>

Network Engineer

<dl> <dt><h2>Description</h2></dt> <dd> Primarily responsible for providing nutrition assessment and education for clients through classes and individual counseling. Provides breastfeeding support and promotion. Monitors the day-to-day operations of assigned WIC sites to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. </dd> <dt><h2>Examples of Duties</h2></dt> <dd>The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position but are not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (100% of Time): 1. Determine the nutrition status of clients; evaluate dietary practices; and plan individual nutrition guidance and care for normal nutrition and diet problems. 2. Counsel clients to motivate and encourage change to improve quality of life through modifications in diet, activity, and other lifestyle habits. 3. Refer clients to additional agencies or programs that may be of benefit to that person or family. 4. Provide nutrition education to individuals, families, and groups by conducting classes and providing individual consultation. 5. Perform Hemoglobin checks and handles blood samples of WIC clients. 6. Collect anthropometric data on all WIC clients by obtaining weight and height measurements. 7. During one-on-one dietitian appointments, the dietitian is responsible for completing the Midpoint Wellness Check when indicated. 5. Certifies clients for the WIC Program on a relief basis. 6. Provide support to nutrition assistants in the WIC Program. 7. Provide Little by Little (LBL) literacy promotion services to WIC clients. 8. Enter LBL data into a database. 9. Distribute LBL materials to WIC clients. 10. Attend all required LBL trainings and activities. 11. Communicate regularly with the LBL lead to ensure clinic inventory needs are sufficient. 12. Provide on-the-job instruction to nutrition assistants in the WIC Program to ensure certification and other necessary services within the policies and procedures of the Health Department. 13. Provide in-service education and training for potential WIC clientele as requested or needed. 14. Provides breastfeeding promotion, support, and counseling. This includes the issuance of breast pumps and the promotion of breastfeeding to WIC clients, among other activities. 15. Assists with WIC staff training. 16. Mentors dietetic intern students assigned to WIC for their community rotations. 17. Monitors and maintains an inventory of pump supplies at assigned clinics. 18. Monitors the day-to-day operation of the assigned WIC clinic. 19. Inputs all PHOCIS records for Individual counseling and formula requests by close of business. 20. Evaluate each formula request received by WIC clinic staff within 24 hours of receipt. Inputs a PHOCIS encounter immediately following evaluation with notes detailing the approval or recommendation. 20. Completes required training in support of the duties and responsibilities of this position. 21. Other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.</dd> <dt><h2>Typical Qualifications</h2></dt> <dd> Education: Bachelor's degree with a major in dietetics, food, or nutrition required. Experience: Successful completion of Registered Dietetic exam and approved internship. Licenses: • Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision required. • Registered as a dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and Licensing with the Board of Medical Examiners. • Valid Oklahoma driver's license. Knowledge and Skills:• Good written and oral communication skills. • Skill in preparation and presentation of materials in formal classes. • Good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with clients and staff. </dd> <dt><h2>Supplemental Information</h2></dt> <dd>INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: • Internal contact with nursing staff and social workers to provide nutritional counseling for clients. • External contract with Oklahoma State Department of Health WIC Program, community agencies and groups to coordinate WIC services and to promote good nutrition practices in Oklahoma. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Regular physical effort is required to lift and restrain children during clinics. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – None. Indirect Supervision – Provides technical direction to nutrition assistants. Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipment. Reports to – Manager, WIC and WIC RD Supervisor WORKING CONDITIONS: Potential exposure to communicable diseases; to blood and other body fluids; a noisy and crowded work environment; and interaction with sometimes abusive clients may lead to stressful situations. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations. • Must possess ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.</dd> </dl>

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