Current Opportunities at TCHD
Join Our Team!
Tuscarawas County Health Department is always looking for qualified persons to join our team!
TCHD prides itself on diversity in the workforce and attempts to hire individuals who are reflective of the population that we serve.
Additionally, TCHD is an equal opportunity employer and provider of services. Individuals with unique qualifications such as bi-lingual skills are highly encouraged to apply.
TCHD prides itself on diversity in the workforce and attempts to hire individuals who are reflective of the population that we serve.
Additionally, TCHD is an equal opportunity employer and provider of services. Individuals with unique qualifications such as bi-lingual skills are highly encouraged to apply.
If interested in applying for these positions please submit cover letter, resume, and job application to 897 East Iron Avenue Dover, Ohio 44622, or email director@tchdnow.org
Please no phone calls
Please no phone calls
Applications are kept on file for 30 days after the position is filled
Registered Sanitarian or Sanitarian-In-Training; Nuisance Program (Full-time; 35 hours per week)
Sanitarian In TrainingPosition Introduction
A Sanitarian-in-Training functions as part of the Environmental Health (EH) team. The goal of Environmental Health is to promote health for all through a healthy environment. A Sanitarian-in- Training provides education and training as a strategy to achieve compliance of regulated entities to pertinent environmental health codes and healthy practices. The enforcement of codes is done consistently across settings and respectfully across all populations.
Minimum Qualifications
Position Introduction
A Registered Sanitarian functions as part of the Environmental Health (EH) team. The goal of Environmental Health is to promote health for all through a healthy environment. A Sanitarian provides education and training as a strategy to achieve compliance of regulated entities to pertinent environmental health codes and healthy practices. The enforcement of codes is done consistently across settings and respectfully across all populations.
Minimum Qualifications
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
A Sanitarian-in-Training functions as part of the Environmental Health (EH) team. The goal of Environmental Health is to promote health for all through a healthy environment. A Sanitarian-in- Training provides education and training as a strategy to achieve compliance of regulated entities to pertinent environmental health codes and healthy practices. The enforcement of codes is done consistently across settings and respectfully across all populations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be a Registered Sanitarian-in-Training (SIT) in the State of Ohio
- Must have earned a bachelor’s degree in a natural science or related field, and previous experience in environmental health, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and/or experience
- Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days of hire.
- Must sign and abide by the agency’s nicotine free hiring policy.
- Must successfully pass drug screen and background check.
Position Introduction
A Registered Sanitarian functions as part of the Environmental Health (EH) team. The goal of Environmental Health is to promote health for all through a healthy environment. A Sanitarian provides education and training as a strategy to achieve compliance of regulated entities to pertinent environmental health codes and healthy practices. The enforcement of codes is done consistently across settings and respectfully across all populations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be a Registered Sanitarian licensed in the State of Ohio
- Must have earned a bachelor’s degree in a natural science or related field, and previous experience in environmental health, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and/or experience
- Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days of hire.
- Must sign and abide by the agency’s nicotine free hiring policy.
- Must successfully complete drug screen and background check.
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Willingness to expand one’s knowledge base
- Willingness to participate in performance management, quality improvement, workforce development, and strategic planning efforts
- Willingness to participate in and/or lead agency-wide initiatives, including but not limited to the pursuit of national accreditation and participation in times of public health emergencies
- Receives and responds to complaints regarding improper sewage discharge, animal bites, food borne illness, and nuisances; gathers data and information necessary to determine complaint validity; interviews persons involved; analyzes findings and develops recommendations on complaint validity or nuisance abatement; takes further enforcement action if warranted in accordance with policy and procedure.
- Plans, organizes, and conducts inspections of establishments under the food service program (e.g., restaurants, vending operations, etc.); contacts operators to schedule appointments; inspects site to ensure compliance with all environmental health regulations (e.g., proper storage of food stuff, proper serving temperatures, adequate sanitary procedures in preparation areas, etc.); documents findings and takes action in accordance with applicable policies and procedures; follows up on violations to ensure compliance.
- Plans, organizes, and conducts inspections of sewage, septic, and water systems and new housing sites (e.g., reviews contractor registration; inspects system installation; monitors water hauler vehicles and equipment; drains water samples and delivers samples for analysis; etc.); documents findings and activities in accordance with applicable policy and procedure; follows up on violations to ensure compliance.
- Provides consultation to homeowners, builders, contractors, etc., on sewage and water system construction issues; analyzes plans for proposed systems; evaluates existing systems; reviews survey plats for proposed subdivision and home construction; approves plans and issues permits.
- Plans, organizes, and conducts septage and solid waste and infection waste facility inspections (e.g., scavenger trucks, solid waste haulers, disposal sites, etc.); contacts operators to schedule appointments; inspects equipment to ensure compliance with all environmental health regulations; documents findings in accordance with applicable policies and procedures; follows up on violations to ensure compliance.
- Plans, organizes, and conducts inspections of recreational and public facilities (e.g. parks, campgrounds, swimming pools, spas, schools, etc.); contacts operators or officials to schedule appointments; inspects site to ensure compliance with all environmental health regulations (e.g., checks PH levels and records; inspects public restroom facilities; reviews cafeteria operations; etc.); documents findings in accordance with applicable policies and procedures; follows up on violations to ensure compliance.
- Prepares documents and maintains records related to inspection and investigation activities (e.g., correspondence, permits, activity reports, mileage, investigation findings, etc.); updates records to ensure accuracy and completeness; ensures that departmental records are maintained in accordance with applicable policy and procedure.
- Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars dealing with environmental health issues and food service regulations; receives and responds to questions from operators, officials, and the general public on food program issues; distributes educational materials; provides guidance and consultation on food service compliance issues.
- Maintains required licensure and certification.
- Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
- Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
- Responds to public health emergencies (manmade or natural disasters) or acts of terrorism in accordance with local, state and national response plans using the incident command system.
- Performs any and all other related duties as assigned or directed in order to promote, further, and ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Tuscarawas County Health District.
Language Interperter (Full-time; 35 hours per week)
Position Introduction
The Interpreter/Translator is responsible for providing interpretation and translation services for the Spanish-speaking patient/client population of Tuscarawas County.
Minimum Qualifications
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
The Interpreter/Translator is responsible for providing interpretation and translation services for the Spanish-speaking patient/client population of Tuscarawas County.
Minimum Qualifications
- · High school diploma or GED, bachelor’s degree preferred
- · Ability to fluently read, wright and speak in English and Spanish
- · Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- · Must be detail oriented and able to effectively multi-task
- · Exceptional interpersonal skills required
- · Ability to work collaboratively with others
- · Minimum of 2 years translation and interpretation experience
- · Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days of hire.
- · Must sign and abide by the agency’s nicotine free hiring policy.
- Must successfully complete drug screen and background check.
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Willingness to expand one’s knowledge base and inspire others to do the same
- Willingness to participate in performance management, quality improvement, workforce development, and strategic planning efforts
- Willingness to participate in and/or lead agency-wide initiatives, including but not limited to the pursuit of national accreditation and participation in times of public health emergencies
- Willingness to assist clients independent of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and/or socioeconomic status
- Willingness to communicate openly and appropriately to provide effective service
- Facilitate effective communication between two parties that do not speak a similar language by covering one spoken or written language to another
- Attend meetings as necessary and act as a translator
- Relay concepts and ideas between languages
- Convert written materials from one language to another
- Facilitate communication for people with limited English proficiency
- Translate materials to clients or patients
- Prepares and maintains appropriate records and accurately completes reports by required deadlines.
- Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training seminars and in-service training.
- Attends staff meetings and serves on temporary committees, as requested and is required to be punctual at such meetings.
- Performs additional duties and assignments, as requested
- Regular, punctual attendance
Public Health Educator I or II (Accreditation Coordinator) (Full-time; 35 hours per week)
Position Introduction
Under general supervision, plans, implements, and evaluates health education programs for the Tuscarawas County Health Department and its programs by addressing community needs through a health equity lens. Collaborates with other community agencies to ascertain health needs, develop desirable health goals, and determine highest need for public health intervention. Develops and maintain cooperation between public, civic, professional, and volunteer agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Public Health Educator I: A bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, Public Health or Nursing or related field.
Preferred qualifications include:
Preferred qualifications include:
A portion of this role will be desiganted to accrediation coordinator responsibilities.
Responsibilities of Accreditation Coordinator include:
Under general supervision, plans, implements, and evaluates health education programs for the Tuscarawas County Health Department and its programs by addressing community needs through a health equity lens. Collaborates with other community agencies to ascertain health needs, develop desirable health goals, and determine highest need for public health intervention. Develops and maintain cooperation between public, civic, professional, and volunteer agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Public Health Educator I: A bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, Public Health or Nursing or related field.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Experience with grant writing and implementation
Preferred qualifications include:
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Experience with grant writing and implementation
- Strong communication skills, including written and public speaking.
- Ability to collect and organize data for entry into program database(s).
- Ability to describe program overview to others with accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations, procedures, policies into all aspects of the work.
- Must be able to provide exceptional customer service to those being served.
- Ability to hold a flexible schedule; hours will include evening and weekends.
- Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the agency’s insurance policy.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days of hire.
- Must sign and abide by the agency’s nicotine free hiring policy.
- Must successfully pass drug screen and background check.
A portion of this role will be desiganted to accrediation coordinator responsibilities.
Responsibilities of Accreditation Coordinator include:
- Conducting assessments of the health department’s readiness to seek accreditation
- Completing PHAB’s Online Orientation
- Coordinating the development and implementation of the health department’s internal plan to engage staff in the accreditation process
- Engaging partner organizations and community partners in the accreditation process
- Facilitating the health department’s Accreditation Team
- Maintaining a documents management approach for proposed and selected documentation
- Managing the process for selecting documentation for the PHAB measures
- Preparing for and managing the site visit
- Coordinating the health department’s review of the Site Visit Report
- Organizing the development of any required accreditation action plans in response to the Site Visit Report
- Managing the development and submission of required annual reports and fees to PHAB
- Evaluate, develop, present, recommend, and disseminate culturally appropriate health education information and materials, using evidence based practices when possible
- Engage in advocacy for health and health education/promotion.
- Research subjects and develop presentations for multiple audiences.
- Conduct in‐person and online presentations for multiple audiences.
- Develop activities to accommodate a variety of learning styles.
- Collect and analyze data to identify community needs.
- Maintain knowledge of public health trends.
- Engage with and serve as a resource to individuals, organizations and the community for matters related to health promotion, healthy lifestyles, injury and disease prevention and other TCHD services.
- Identify and apply for grant opportunities related to TCHD’s strategic priorities
- Track grant deliverables and monitor program progress.
- Maintain effective communication with program funders.
- Represents the agency at community functions and meetings as requested.
- Monitors grant expenditures and budgets.
- Assists with grant compliance and summary reports.
- Prepares and maintains appropriate records and completes reports by required deadlines.
- Attends staff meetings and serves on temporary committees, as requested and is required to be punctual at such meetings.
- Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training seminars and in-service training.
- Maintain effective communication with Director and co-workers
- Performs additional duties and assignments, as requested
- Regular, punctual attendance
Service Coordinator, Environmental Health (Part Time; 15-29 hours per week)
Under general supervision the service coordinator performs various administrative support duties for the Environmental Health department.
Experience and Education Requirements
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in an administrative capacity or the equivalent in education and work experience.
Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Basic knowledge of home sewage treatment systems recommended.
This position will typically work 8am to 1pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday. However during peak time hours will be increased to 29 per week (November through March).
Valid Ohio driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
Professional Attitudes
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Essential Duties
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 within 60 days of hire
Experience and Education Requirements
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in an administrative capacity or the equivalent in education and work experience.
Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Basic knowledge of home sewage treatment systems recommended.
This position will typically work 8am to 1pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday. However during peak time hours will be increased to 29 per week (November through March).
Valid Ohio driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
Professional Attitudes
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Willingness to expand one’s knowledge base and inspire others to do the same
- Willingness to participate in performance management, quality improvement, workforce development, and strategic planning efforts and promote the same among staff
- Willingness to participate in and/or lead agency-wide initiatives, including but not limited to the pursuit of national accreditation and participation in times of public health emergencies
- Willingness to assist clients independent of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, political party, and/or socioeconomic status.
Essential Duties
- Monitors permits and renewal dates and send correspondence to appropriate individuals/entities.
- Maintains Environmental Health Department files.
- Does billing for Environmental Health Department services and issues receipts for payments received and prepares pay-ins to accounting department.
- Compiles departmental information and statistics.
- Performs various administrative duties for the department including preparing reports, composing correspondence, answering phone calls, etc.
- Interacts with public to answer questions and concerns
- Attends staff meetings and serves on temporary committees, as requested, and is required to be punctual at these meetings.
- Prepares and maintains appropriate records and accurately completes reports by required deadlines.
- Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training seminars and in-service training.
- Performs additional duties and assignments, as requested/directed by Director of Environmental Health.
- Regular, punctual attendance
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 within 60 days of hire
Public Affairs Coordinator (Part-Time to Full Time)
Position Introduction
The main purpose of this position will be to serve as a member of the Administrative Service support staff for the Tuscarawas County Health Department and will be responsible to assist in developing strategies to build and maintain a positive public image for the organization through both internal and external communications under the direction of the Director of Health Promotion & Community Engagement. This position will also serve as one of the primary staff persons responsible for the production and release of information regarding Tuscarawas County Health Department programs, development of promotional plans, and performance of Public Information Officer (PIO) duties in all hazards response planning. Duties will include the development of news releases, promotional materials, social media content, website content, health communications campaigns, media coverage monitoring, organization of events and news conferences, and coordination of interview and speech presentation requests. In addition, this position will be responsible for emergency preparedness and risk communications. This position may require evening and/or weekend hours and attendance at community events to represent the health department.
Minimum Qualifications
Professional Attitudes
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Essential Functions
The main purpose of this position will be to serve as a member of the Administrative Service support staff for the Tuscarawas County Health Department and will be responsible to assist in developing strategies to build and maintain a positive public image for the organization through both internal and external communications under the direction of the Director of Health Promotion & Community Engagement. This position will also serve as one of the primary staff persons responsible for the production and release of information regarding Tuscarawas County Health Department programs, development of promotional plans, and performance of Public Information Officer (PIO) duties in all hazards response planning. Duties will include the development of news releases, promotional materials, social media content, website content, health communications campaigns, media coverage monitoring, organization of events and news conferences, and coordination of interview and speech presentation requests. In addition, this position will be responsible for emergency preparedness and risk communications. This position may require evening and/or weekend hours and attendance at community events to represent the health department.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in one or more of the following subjects: Communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or other similar and related areas of study and two years’ experience in public information, public relations, journalism, marketing, or other related experience in publicity or promotional work for the required experience (will consider experience through internships or project coursework).
- Will consider candidates with five years’ experience in public information, public relations, journalism, marketing, or other related experience in publicity or promotional work in lieu of Bachelor’s degree.
- 1-3 years’ experience and technical proficiency with Microsoft Office, and design software such as Canva or Adobe.
- A portfolio with examples of successful promotional work.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy, customer service skills and ability to learn new information quickly and work well in a fast-paced environment.
- Superb writing ability and strong public speaking skills with the ability to collaborate well with personnel and community stakeholders.
- Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the agency’s insurance policy.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days of hire.
- Must sign and abide by the agency’s nicotine free hiring policy.
- Must successfully pass drug screen and background check.
- Preferred qualifications include experience developing, implementing, and evaluating health communication campaigns and experience with graphic design, social media, and marketing.
- While not required, the ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
Professional Attitudes
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Willingness to expand one’s knowledge base and inspire others to do the same
- Willingness to participate in performance management, quality improvement, workforce development, and strategic planning efforts and promote the same among staff
- Willingness to participate in and/or lead agency-wide initiatives, including but not limited to the pursuit of national accreditation and participation in times of public health emergencies
- Willingness to assist clients independent of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, political party, and/or socioeconomic status.
Essential Functions
- Plans, develops, implements, and maintains the health department’s various outreach and information sources- including but not limited to the health department’s website, social media platforms, newsletters, press releases, media interviews, email distribution lists, brochures, handouts, and digital signage.
- Responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of comprehensive organization-wide communications and public information strategies to promote the TCHD services, policies, programs, and community health initiatives.
- Ensures the accurate, effective, and timely delivery of public health information to populations through various media/communication venues utilizing best practice, social marketing, crisis, and emergency risk communication strategies.
- Designs and executes strategies and plans for crisis communications during disease outbreaks and all-hazard events.
- Cultivates professional contacts with media, key stakeholders, and community organizations.
- Serves as a resource to TCHD personnel regarding internal and external communications, media and public relations, advertising and social marketing, and online social media and websites.
- Advises management on public information and social marketing aspects for policy and program development to achieve a consistent and strategic approach to information dissemination.
- Provides in-service education to include health literacy and social marketing skills for outreach, communication, and overall community public relations.
- Creates and launches agency press releases.
- Reviews documents and assists staff in preparing articles, interviews, social media messages, campaigns, and displays.
- Monitors use of branding policy.
- Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training seminars, and in-service training.
- Collaborates with internal and external partners to support and implement community health policies, priorities, and initiatives.
- Participates in community coalitions to advance health equity.
- Works with local stakeholders on community health planning and policy development.
- Assists in the writing of grant proposals to fund community health improvement strategies.
- Attends staff meetings and serves on committees, as requested.
- Performs additional duties and assignments, as requested.
- Regular, punctual job attendance.
MA/LPN (Full-time; 35 hours per week)
Position Introduction
The Medical Assistant/LPN is responsible for educating people about health issues, improving community health and safety and increasing access to care. The medical assistant/LPN will assist in program planning to alleviate or eliminate health disparities in the community and assist in emergency preparedness procedures and disaster relief efforts. The medical assistant/LPN position is funded through the Board of Health and may be supported by other grants within Tuscarawas County Public Health.
Minimum Qualifications
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Essential Duties
The Medical Assistant/LPN is responsible for educating people about health issues, improving community health and safety and increasing access to care. The medical assistant/LPN will assist in program planning to alleviate or eliminate health disparities in the community and assist in emergency preparedness procedures and disaster relief efforts. The medical assistant/LPN position is funded through the Board of Health and may be supported by other grants within Tuscarawas County Public Health.
Minimum Qualifications
- Certification from the State of Ohio for medical assisting OR Licensed Practical Nurse
- Prior public health experience preferred
- Must possess a valid State of Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the district’s vehicle insurance policy.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days of hire.
- Must sign and abide by the agency’s nicotine free hiring policy.
- Must successfully pass drug screen and background check.
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Willingness to expand one’s knowledge base and inspire others to do the same
- Willingness to participate in performance management, quality improvement, workforce development, and strategic planning efforts
- Willingness to participate in and/or lead agency-wide initiatives, including but not limited to the pursuit of national accreditation and participation in times of public health emergencies
- Willingness to assist clients independent of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and/or socioeconomic status
Essential Duties
- Provides direct care as ordered by the clinicians under general supervision
- Identifies program objectives and formulates plans for service delivery
- Develops and administers treatment plans based on client needs
- Disseminates education materials to program participants
- Refers clients to other public health agencies, social service programs, or medical specialists as needed
- Documents the delivery of services in accordance with policy and procedures.
- Delivers various complex public health services as part of the immunization program
- Interviews and assesses clients to determine treatment needs
- Reviews medical history to ensure proper service delivery
- Disseminates educational material concerning treatments
- Computes proper documentation detailing service delivery in accordance with policy and procedures.
- Continually reviews program operations and develops or revises new and existing service protocols as needed.
- Monitors vaccine stock and clinical materials inventory
- Tracks usage and orders supplies as needed
- Receives inventory shipments and updates records to reflect receipt of items
- Operates and maintains health care equipment
- May be required to assist service coordinators with day-to-day operations
- Delivers various in-house laboratory services
- Ensures that laboratory equipment is operating and kept in good condition
- Assists with prior authorizations, patient RX refill requests and referrals
- Greets and directs clients to appropriate offices in the agency
- Performs monthly inventory of supplies and prepares reports of item usage in accordance with policy and procedure.
- Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars to stay current on public health issues and promote community awareness
- Represents agency at various official meetings, public gatherings, etc.
- Provides information to the public and speaks on various public health topics (e.g., BCMH, immunization, communicable disease, etc.).
- Assists in writing, directing and executing grant requirements.
- Maintains required licensure and certification.
- Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Medical Physician
Position Introduction
The Medical Physician is a licensed practitioner who is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for the perioperative patient in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations. This position provides high quality medical care by examining patients and determining the appropriate treatment plans illness or injuries. The incumbent conducts examinations, assesses and evaluates symptoms, determines conditions, and prescribes medical treatment or services.
Minimum Qualifications
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
The Medical Physician is a licensed practitioner who is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for the perioperative patient in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations. This position provides high quality medical care by examining patients and determining the appropriate treatment plans illness or injuries. The incumbent conducts examinations, assesses and evaluates symptoms, determines conditions, and prescribes medical treatment or services.
Minimum Qualifications
- Medical degree from an accredited medical school and a postgraduate internship
- Licensed to practice medicine by the State Licensure Board and Board Certified or eligible for certification in Family Practice or a related field.
- Current provider card in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Minimum of 1-2 years clinical experience. 1-2 years’ experience in the Nurse Practitioner role preferred
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days of hire.
- Must sign and abide by the agency’s nicotine free hiring policy.
- Must successfully pass drug screen and background check.
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Willingness to expand one’s knowledge base and inspire others to do the same
- Willingness to participate in performance management, quality improvement, workforce development, and strategic planning efforts and promote the same among staff
- Willingness to participate in and/or lead agency-wide initiatives, including but not limited to the pursuit of national accreditation and participation in times of public health emergencies
- Willingness to assist clients independent of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and/or socioeconomic status
- Performs history and physical assessments of patients that are accurate, complete, concise, relevant and appropriate for age, gender and clinical problem.
- Orders appropriate diagnostic studies and correctly interprets the results.
- Utilizes critical thinking to synthesize and analyze collected data.
- Develops, implements, evaluates and alters the plan of care as needed.
- Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on knowledge of the indications, contraindications, side effects, interactions and adverse reactions of pharmacologic agents and other relevant treatment modalities.
- Counsels and educates patients and families.
- Demonstrates proficiency in procedural skills pertinent to practice area.
- Maintains accurate, complete, concise and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Provides care that is patient and family centered, compassionate, appropriate and effective for the promotion of health, prevention of illness and treatment of disease throughout the lifespan.
- Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team.
- Incorporates the patient and family in care planning and treatment across settings.
- Serves as an advocate for patients and families in navigating the health care system.
- Demonstrates insight into own strengths, limitations and knowledge deficits.
- Demonstrates initiative to meet identified learning needs using multiple resources.
- Actively participates in self-evaluation by seeking and utilizing guidance and constructive feedback in a professional manner.
- Continuously seeks opportunities for clinical advancement and knowledge and skill attainment.
- Communicates and collaborates effectively with physicians, other health professionals and health related agencies.
- Works effectively with multidisciplinary team members.
- Arranges for, or refers patients to, needed services that cannot be provided at the clinic
- Assures that adequate patient health records are maintained and transferred as required when patients are referred
- Participates in developing, executing and periodically reviewing the clinic policies and procedures
- Willingness to enter into a standard care agreement with nurse practitioners to oversee their medical care and foster their professional development
- Participates in a periodic review of patient health records for nurse practitioners
- Promotes mutual respect and trust working within a team model.
- Communicates effectively with patients and families, incorporating gender, age, culture, race, religion, disabilities and sexual orientation.
- Follows ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent and unanticipated adverse outcomes.
- Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice.
- Participates in education of students and other health care professionals.
- Maintains effectiveness where circumstances and priorities are changing. Is flexible, resilient and change oriented.
- Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, educational opportunities, committees and workgroups as necessary
- Regular, punctual attendance
- Other duties, as assigned
TCHD Employee Values
These are the guiding principles of the Tuscarawas County Health Department.
P-L-A-C-E
Professionalism: Demonstrate knowledge and skill while providing respectful, courteous treatment to all.
Leadership: Accountability for your actions by courageously inspiring others to succeed
Attitude: Supportive and compassionate to all
Communication: Sharing ideas to promote understanding and information
Ethics: Honesty and integrity that create an inclusive environment.
These are the guiding principles of the Tuscarawas County Health Department.
P-L-A-C-E
Professionalism: Demonstrate knowledge and skill while providing respectful, courteous treatment to all.
Leadership: Accountability for your actions by courageously inspiring others to succeed
Attitude: Supportive and compassionate to all
Communication: Sharing ideas to promote understanding and information
Ethics: Honesty and integrity that create an inclusive environment.
Employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days of hire.
If interested in applying for these positions please submit cover letter, resume, and job application to 897 East Iron Avenue Dover, Ohio 44622, or email director@tchdnow.org
Please continue to check back for open positions at the TCHD.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provider of services
Please continue to check back for open positions at the TCHD.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provider of services