Infectious Disease Program Lead (O-6 Billet) Supervisory

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to perform duties in a fast-paced environment without physical limitations. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time [6-8 Hours]. Performing repeated bending motion. Average manual dexterity for computer operation. Phone/laptop use for telephonic/virtual meetings for extended periods of time.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Recognized subject matter expert in infectious disease and transgender care, acting as liaison with partner agencies and stakeholders (e.g. Customs and Border Patrol, Bureau of Prisons, U.S. Marshals Service, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, local health departments, international partners) as well as DHS headquarters to optimize surveillance, continuity of care, guideline development and optimal disease management.

Provides clinical oversight through direct patient care and clinical consultation for infectious diseases and transgender care in IHSC facilities. Provides clinical expertise to the IHSC Public Health Safety Preparedness Unit including: immunizations, antibiotic stewardship and minimizing development of drug resistance. Leads outbreak investigations and containment. Directs pandemic planning and response. Coordinates infection surveillance efforts.

Provides diagnostic and clinical management guidance to IHSC clinicians directly or via direct supervision of the ID Advanced Practice Provider, ID Clinical Pharmacist and Public Health Analyst for noncitizen patients with various infectious diseases including but not limited to HIV, tuberculosis, viral hepatitis, syphilis and other sexually transmitted infections, skin and soft tissue infections, respiratory infections, enteric infections, ectoparasite infestations, and tropical infections (e.g. helminths, malaria, leishmaniasis, etc.) as well as transgender care.

Provides clinical expertise in development of the IHSC formulary with respect to antimicrobial agents. Conducts clinically and policy-relevant surveillance and research in support of IHSC mission. Advises on facility planning and environmental design review. Advises on quality assurance programs for deployment at field level. Develops and revises clinical practice guidelines and electronic health record tools involving infectious disease and transgender care for IHSC staff and patients.

Reports and presents relevant surveillance and programmatic findings at agency approved venues. Provides remote and/or on site continuing medical education on relevant infectious disease and transgender issues to IHSC as well as community partners. Will serve as a subject matter expert on agency committees including but not limited to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee, Ethics Committee, Tuberculosis Coordination and Care Team and the HIV Coordination and Care Team.

Additional duties as assigned by the Chief of the Clinical Services Support Unit or designee. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Occasional travel required to support IHSC facilities.