Disease intervention specialist vs living specialist

Differences between disease intervention specialist and living specialist duties and responsibilities

Disease intervention specialist example responsibilities.

• Manage day-to-day evolving aspects of the HHS Zika virus response.
• Utilize NextGen and find information via NextGen EHR.
• Chart patient information on a daily basis into eClinicalWorks EHR.
• Assist in training and orienting others to the TB center and occasionally mentor new staff.
• Perform client-centered counseling and testing services utilizing CDC and ADHS standard testing and counseling protocols.
• Audit immunization health department records, day care facilities, and elementary, middle, and high schools.
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Living specialist example responsibilities.

• Ensure the facilities' mission are achieved by effectively supervising the mental health rehabilitative efforts of severely and chronically ill patients.
• Conduct comprehensive care assessments to determine client eligibility for Medicaid fund home health assistance.
• Provide education and vocational counseling for the individual and/or their family members and significant others to ensure healthy lifestyles and rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with community health councils and other community agencies to provide programs that enhance community awareness of health and safety.