Decedent Services Data Coordinator

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
701 West Jefferson Street (Show on map)
Jan 15, 2025
Posting Date 01/15/25 Application Deadline 01/20/25 Pay Range Hiring Pay Range: $20.50 - $26.25 Hourly Full Range: $20.50 - $32.00 Hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Public Health About the Position Are you looking for a position that will take advantage of your attention to detail and knack for precision? Your skills may be an excellent resource for the Decedent Services Data Coordinator role with the Maricopa County Department of Public Health! As the Decedent Services Data Coordinator, you will review all Human Remains Release Forms (HRRF) received from hospitals, nursing homes, and other licensed healthcare institutions to ensure that the documents are complete and accurate. You will notify the Medical Examiner of all deaths that are accidental, suspicious, or of public health concern so that potential public health threats and hazards can be identified as close to real-time as possible to identify and prevent the spread of contagious diseases. The Decedent Services Data Coordinator also works alongside our County Indigent Decedent Services Program (CIDS) to assist in decedent research, tracking of Next of Kin notification and logging of interment locations. About Us Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on health equity and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Paid vacation, sick time, and (birth/adoption) parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Three years of administrative experience or administrating and coordinating a vital records/registration program, health/medical-related service, or funeral/mortuary service High school diploma or GED Post-secondary education in business administration, public administration, public health, mortuary science, or a health-related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background check Must possess or can obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test We Also Value Bilingual skills in English and Spanish Experience working with the National Center for Health Statistics and Center for Disease Control guidelines. Familiarity with Arizona Statute and Administrative Code regarding Vital Records and Funeral Service mandates Ability to deal with traumatic subject matter constantly, as this position will be located at our OVR satellite office located within the Maricopa County Office of the Medical Examiner Job Contributions Review daily all incoming Human Remains Release Forms (HRRF) for accuracy in medical reporting and compliance with program and medical standards Data enter all HRRF forms received into OnBase Determine timeliness and accuracy in reported information; identify remedies, offer solutions, and coordinate trainings to educate physicians and healthcare institutions on the proper completion of the form Review the diagnoses on the forms and coordinate referrals to the Office of the Medical Examiner (OME) and/or the Office of Epidemiology, if appropriate Scan certified mail receipts and provides to Indigent Decedent Coordinators for proper documentation of receipt in OnBase Assist CIDS Supervisor and Indigent Decedent & Disposition Services Lead in investigating and locating decedent demographic information for the initiation of CIDS referrals Review all interment location information for White Tanks Cemetery and State/National VA cemeteries and log information into the appropriate databases Provide support and issuance of Out of State permits requested and or Disinterment/Re-Interment requests Working Conditions The position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Teleworking is not available for this position Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time Travel will be required for attending conferences, training, and possibly varying work locations as assigned Will be handling traumatic subject matters Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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