Texas Department of State Health Services

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Welcome back to the Passport Through Texas series! Next, we’re exploring Public Health Region (PHR) 1 in Northwest Texas. Northwest Texas is home to Palo Duro Canyon, the largest canyon in the state and the second largest in the U.S. It’s often referred to as the “Grand Canyon of Texas.” Earlier this year, the Texas Panhandle experienced several wildfires. The Smokehouse Creek fire burned more than 1 million acres, making it the biggest wildfire in Texas history. DSHS regional staff played a crucial role during this wildfire and assisted the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) by sending public health workers to the operation center. Nurses and immunization staff held clinics in Fritch, Stinnett, Borger, and Canadian. Staff also joined a community resource center to support those impacted by the wildfires and connect them with public health services. The PHR 1 team also responds to other natural disasters, including the Perryton tornado that had 140-mile-per-hour winds. During that response, staff provided tetanus clinics, a cooling center for affected citizens and response personnel, and directed impacted people to other public health related services. Continue to keep an eye out for more updates on PHRs and public health in Texas.

We're #hiring a new Public Health Nurse in Lubbock, Texas. Apply today or share this post with your network.

DSHS is hiring an Injury Prevention Epidemiologist. This is a full-time remote position (within Texas) that will be responsible for: • Analyzing the impact of injuries and violence on Texans. • Overseeing data and preparing data. • Sharing injury and violence data at the state and federal level. The salary range is $5,098.67 - $7,503.29 per month. All applicants MUST apply through the State of Texas portal. Applicants must live in Texas or be willing to relocate to Texas to be eligible for employment. Apply today: bit.ly/4fdj0Fi

Supportive safe sleep conversations reduce SIDS risks. Help parents understand safe sleep! Use DSHS safe sleep resources to build support for parents in your community. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gBCDndXv #safetosleep #SIDSawarenessmonth #HealthyTexasBabies

We're #hiring a new Government Relations Spec II in Austin, Texas. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We're #hiring a new Health Informatics Spec I in Austin, Texas. Apply today or share this post with your network.

DSHS is hiring licensed Physician based in Austin, Texas. This position serves as the principal medical resource for the Infectious Disease Prevention Division providing extensive guidance to numerous internal and external stakeholders on issues related to infectious disease including TB, HIV/AIDS, STDs, and vaccine-preventable diseases. Job Responsibilities: · Serves as the primary expert on epidemiology, treatment, prevention, and control of infectious diseases and provides clinical expertise on infectious disease preparedness and response. · Provides consultation to internal staff, public health officials, healthcare professionals, physician organizations, and individual physicians on matters related to infectious disease.   · Prepares and conducts oral presentations, briefing documents, reports, etc. on infectious disease topic for local, state, and national audiences. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Current physician licensure by the Texas Medical Board. 2. Board certification in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Family Medicine by The American Board Medical Specialties. 3. Experience in epidemiology and infection prevention. The salary range for this position is $ 15,037.75 - $25,432.58 per month. All applicants MUST apply through the State of Texas portal. To learn more or apply, visit https://bit.ly/403NEN5.

DSHS is hiring a Deputy Commissioner for Operations based in Austin, Texas. This position provides vision, leadership, strategic direction, and support to the department’s programs and services including facilities, workforce planning and strategy, information resources/technology, and contract management services. Job Responsibilities: · Developing and implementing operational plans and policies. · Project management and analysis. · Performance monitoring. · Directly supervising management staff. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Four-year degree from an accredited college or university. 2. Five years of full-time supervisory or management experience in business services, human resources, information technology, or facilities. The salary range for this position is $12,427.83 - $17,916.67 per month. All applicants MUST apply through the State of Texas portal. To learn more or apply, visit http://bit.ly/4f7OZXc.

Use new DSHS resources to turn safe sleep plans into action. Support families by sharing all safe sleep practices. Download DSHS resources to help start the conversation today: https://lnkd.in/gBCDndXv. #safesleep #SIDSawarenessmonth #HealthyTexasBabies