Testing and Prevention Specialist Job Description

The Testing Specialist will be responsible for HIV/STI/HEP-C testing and outreach in the established ARE service area. Job duties include but are not limited to:

Providing HIV/HEP-C/STI testing onsite and at various locations within our service area
Provide HIV/HEP-C/STI linkage to care and follow-up education as required by established protocols
Requires regular travel to community sites, partner agencies, or testing locations throughout the organization’s service area
Identify at risk populations
Maintain trusted relationships with existing partner organizations and establish new partner organizations/venues
Conduct community outreach to include HIV/STI 101 education classes
Support Prevention & Education initiatives and assist with community event planning and execution
Support and represent ARE at community events as required
Distribution of prevention and educational materials
Distribution of sexual health materials, including condoms, to community members as part of outreach and education efforts
Provide referrals and establish linkages to appropriate health and support services through our status-neutral program, ensuring inclusive and client-centered care for all individuals
Conduct follow-up with clients referred to community support services, in alignment with status-neutral program guidelines to ensure successful linkage and continuity of care
Collect and record data on tests administered in accordance with program protocols and reporting requirements
Assist with data collection and preparation of reports for internal use and external submission
Complete reports/documentation for prevention and testing services and presentations as established by VDH and CDC guidelines with timely submission
Energetic and willing to work flexible shifts, including some evenings and weekends
Expected to follow all ARE policies and procedures
Observes established safety procedures and OSHA regulations for blood borne pathogens and consistent use of personal protective equipment as needed
Adaptable and flexible to hand changes in work systems, workload and emergency situations as well as personnel shortages
Other duties as assigned

As a nonprofit organization, all staff may be required to support or assist with agency-wide initiatives, events or programs outside of their primary job responsibilities. Flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to the agency’s overall mission are essential and required for this role.

Education

High School Diploma required.

Phlebotomy certification required.

Qualifications

Must be trained or willing to be trained in phlebotomy (3 month course)
This position requires a valid and clean driver’s license, and proof of current automobile liability insurance, and skills to operate vehicles in all weather conditions
Must present with a professional appearance and have a pleasant personality
At least 1 year experience with interpersonal communication skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to accurately complete tasks and identify inconsistencies or errors before submission
Must have 1 year experience working with diverse populations
Equipped to work with multicultural and diverse populations
Experience working with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
Highly motivated and adaptable self-starter, with ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
Proficient completion of VA HIV Prevention Series: “The Facts: HIV Basics”, “Fundamentals of HIV Prevention Counseling”, and “The Fundamentals of Waived Rapid HIV Testing” and any relevant trainings pertaining to HIV/HEP-C/STI test technology within 3-6 months of hire

Administrative

Sedentary Physical Demand (10 lbs)
Frequent hand washing required
Frequent sitting, standing, walking
Occasional bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, carrying, stretching, reaching, climbing
Frequent twisting of body and neck
Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment
Frequent repetitive arm, hand and finger movements to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Frequent use of hand-held objects and tools to perform blood draws
Visual ability to see details at a distance (corrected to 20/40), to see details of objects at a close range (within a few feet of the observer), to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness and to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or to judge the distance between an object and the observer
Able to speak clearly so that it is understandable to a listener
Ability to respond quickly and calmly to clients in distress or emergency situations
Able to identify and understand the speech of another person
Visual acuity to read labels, test tubes, and requisitions accurately
Able to focus on a single source of auditory (hearing) information in the presence of other distracting sounds and to detect or tell the difference between sounds that vary over broad ranges of pitch and loudness
Mental activities necessary include a high level of cognitive functioning with communication, listening, and organizational, planning and decision-making capabilities
May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and hazardous materials; use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required
May be exposed to fluctuating temperatures

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.80 - $22.56 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

AIDS Response Effort, Inc.

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