Public Health Officer

International Health and Medical Services delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International Health and Medical Services, headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

This position is in support of the Influx Care Facility located in Carrizo Springs, TX.  The purpose of the facility is to provide comprehensive care for migrant youths ages 13 to 17 in the Care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) who are awaiting reunification or repatriation.  This care will begin as soon as the youths arrive at the facility and last until their arranged departure with family or sponsors. The comprehensive care includes but is not limited to initial screening and exams, identifications of prior conditions and allergies, day to day care of routine, urgent and emergency medical conditions. 

The Public Health Officer works under the supervision of the Project Manager in conjunction with the healthcare team, physicians, and government agencies to promote and protect the health of the population served. The Public Health Officer must be able to interpret data, to plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate outcome-based care. They include strategies aimed at entire population groups, families, or individuals. The Public Health Officer focuses on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health, and maintenance of the health of populations. The Public Health Officer will evaluate, implement, and document all appropriate quality control and quality assurance measures in alignment with CDC standards and company policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of action plans in community or medical facility outbreak to minimize the potentially devastating impact.  
• Assists with monitoring patients in Quarantine and Isolation for communicable disease: daily check in, taking vitals, direct observe therapy, etc.  
• Collaborate with government agencies such as the CDC to ensure that infection control practices are implemented and enforced.  
• Participates in public health emergencies response as directed. 
• Cooperate with the health department regarding infectious and communicable diseases.  
• Collect and analyze infectious disease data to make evidence-based decisions. 
• Conduct rounds, discuss, and monitor infection prevention practices with nursing and supporting staff. 
• Provide professional nursing care based on established nursing protocols, policies, and procedures. 
• Administer and dispense medications and vaccines based on nursing assessment and nursing protocol. 
• Disseminate infection prevention information including surveillance data and policy decisions. 
• Apply the principles of Infection prevention to development of educational training programs. 
• Provide public health guidance to the nursing staff by training, scheduling, evaluating, and counseling the nursing staff. 
• Read, research relevant subject matter to maintain current knowledge and competencies in infection prevention. 
• Assist in the development of the care plans for infected individuals to contain the spread of infectious diseases. 
• Utilize strategies for interacting with persons from a culturally diverse background. 
• Educate nursing staff and paraprofessional team on new processes and assist staff in continuing education on infection prevention protocols per CDC. 
• Participate fully in Departmental and Facility Quality and Assurance activities. Support the delivery and administration of Q & A activities. 
• Liaise with medical staff regarding staff health concerns.  
• Performance of other duties as assigned.

Experience Required:  

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Public Health. 
• Previous experience in Epidemiology preferred. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook). 
• Prior Experience with detention health preferred. 

Education Required:  

• Master's degree in public health. 
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. 
• State Certified Public Health officer or relevant certification preferred.

Other Special Qualifications:  

•  Must be a US Citizen or possess a permanent resident card. 
• Current MRPT Clearance preferred. 
• Eligible to receive a federal tier II clearance and Pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Check.  
• Must be able to relocate to site for duration of the contract. 

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data. 

Compensation|  Min: $50hr        Max: $64hr 

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus.  International Health and Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws 

International Health and Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws. 

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.