Disease Intervention Specialist We are recruiting for a mission-driven Disease Intervention Specialist to join our team!
Our Values: Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, the Disease Intervention Specialist performs technical Public Health work in the communicable disease detection performing a combination of clinical and public health functions, treatment, and field work investigation. Responsible for working with, testing and counseling persons exposed to, infected with, or having a positive test for communicable diseases in a variety of clinical, community, business, institutional, and home settings. Work also involves providing longitudinal, community-based treatment, leading contact investigations for communicable diseases in a variety of settings, collecting critical information and reporting medical, psychological and social information to physicians, nurses, and health departments, identifying and documenting treatment side effects and adherence challenges, promoting treatment adherence to prevent transmission, and educating patients and community partners about the disease and course of treatment. Contribute to accurate CDC and state surveillance reporting. This position differs from a traditional Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) role. While the DIS collaborates with public health and clinical partners to support communicable disease prevention efforts, the primary responsibilities focus on community-based health education, outreach, screening services, and linkage to care rather than disease investigation, case management, or partner notification. This DIS will be part of the Community-based Sexual Health Services team. This DIS will primarily conduct HIV, Hepatitis C, and sexually transmitted infection prevention education and testing services throughout the Denver metropolitan area. Services are provided through mobile outreach, community partnerships, and special events to increase access to prevention services and connect individuals to medical care, treatment, and supportive resources as needed.
Essential Functions:- Testing and Counseling
- Patient Care and Follow-UpContact Investigations
- Documentation and Reporting
General
Education:
Associate's Degree Required or 3 years of directly related experience in community or clinical health experience in addition to requirements below Required Work Experience:1-3 years relevant experience. Required Licenses: DLR-Colorado Driver's License Class R - DMV - Department of Motor VehiclesCMA-Certified Medical Assistant - AAMA - American Association of Medical Assistants
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Possesses a detailed knowledge of diseases/conditions specific to the area and interventions related to them.
- Must have exceptional organizational skills and very strong interpersonal skills.
- Computer skills including Word, Excel and Power Point preferred.
- Phlebotomy skills
- Medication administration
- Clean driving record
- Bilingual/Spanish preferred.
- ShiftDays (United States of America)
- Work Type
RegularSalary$48,900.00 - $68,500.00 / yrBenefitsAt Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.
Here is a small list of our benefit programs:
Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE CenterFree RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
About Denver HealthDenver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
