Job Description
Job description
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Public Health Advisor to join our team at the City of New York. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting and transmitting medical records from assigned schools to the Central Health office.
Key Responsibilities:
Collecting and transmitting medical records from assigned schools to the Central Health office
Creating and updating school health records
Establishing and maintaining a working relationship with school personnel
Ensuring that students' equipment is functioning and properly used, maintaining adequate storage of students' medication
Transcribing medical information as received, assisting self-directed students with their own medication
Documenting observations on the Medication Logs and students' medical records
Performing simple first aid
Participating in agency-wide activities for Emergency Preparedness
Requirements:
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by twelve semester credits in health education or in health, social or biological sciences; or
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, and six months of full-time satisfactory experience in a health promotion or disease intervention/prevention program, performing one or more of the following: interviewing, conducting field investigations, assessing health risks, making referrals, or collecting and analyzing epidemiological data;
Why Work for Us?:
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance.
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as premium-free health insurance plans, additional health, fitness, and financial benefits, public sector defined benefit pension plans, tax-deferred savings programs, and robust Worksite Wellness Programs.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Public Health Advisor to join our team at the City of New York. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting and transmitting medical records from assigned schools to the Central Health office.
Key Responsibilities:
Collecting and transmitting medical records from assigned schools to the Central Health office
Creating and updating school health records
Establishing and maintaining a working relationship with school personnel
Ensuring that students' equipment is functioning and properly used, maintaining adequate storage of students' medication
Transcribing medical information as received, assisting self-directed students with their own medication
Documenting observations on the Medication Logs and students' medical records
Performing simple first aid
Participating in agency-wide activities for Emergency Preparedness
Requirements:
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by twelve semester credits in health education or in health, social or biological sciences; or
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, and six months of full-time satisfactory experience in a health promotion or disease intervention/prevention program, performing one or more of the following: interviewing, conducting field investigations, assessing health risks, making referrals, or collecting and analyzing epidemiological data;
Why Work for Us?:
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance.
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as premium-free health insurance plans, additional health, fitness, and financial benefits, public sector defined benefit pension plans, tax-deferred savings programs, and robust Worksite Wellness Programs.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Public Health Consultant position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in New York City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
