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Public Health Specialist

Dulles, VA · On-site

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A Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist is a professional who works to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles at a community or population level. They design, implement, and evaluate programs and policies that encourage people to be more physically active, often collaborating with schools, workplaces, and government agencies. Their work helps to prevent chronic diseases, reduce healthcare costs, and improve overall public health outcomes. These specialists may also conduct research and provide education on the benefits of regular physical activity.

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Public Health Specialist

PrideStaff

Dulles, VA • On-site

$28/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 5 hours ago

Job description

We are hiring for a Public Health Specialist on behalf of our client, a leading provider of travel health and wellness services. Operating in partnership with public health agencies and healthcare organizations, they support critical initiatives that strengthen disease surveillance and traveler health programs. This passenger-facing role serves as a frontline representative supporting health screening and monitoring efforts within a busy transportation environment.
Location: Dulles, VA
Compensation: $28.00/Hour
Status: 6 month contract starting August 6th (possibility for extensions)
Shift Schedule:

  • Sunday - Thursday; 5:00A-1:00P & 12:30P-9:00P
  • Tuesday - Saturday; 7:30A-4:00P & 1:00P-9:30P

Responsibilities:

  • Engage with travelers to explain the purpose and importance of public health surveillance and monitoring programs.
  • Educate participants on public health initiatives, disease prevention, and health promotion efforts.
  • Collect health-related data following approved procedural guidelines and training requirements.
  • Greet travelers with a professional, welcoming, and compassionate demeanor while ensuring accurate documentation of participant data.
  • Answer participant questions to foster trust and confidence through exceptional customer service and cultural sensitivity.
  • Adhere strictly to regulatory, public health, and operational compliance standards.
  • Maintain absolute confidentiality of participant records and protected health information (PHI) in alignment with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Follow established infection prevention and biosafety protocols at all times.
  • Collaborate with management, healthcare personnel, and external public health partners to support team operational objectives.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization at designated workstations and monitor supply inventory levels.

Qualifications and Key Skills:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a customer-facing healthcare, patient care, or public health-related role.
  • Experience in patient-facing support settings—such as a Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomist, or EMT—is highly valued.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills to effectively engage with a diverse population.
  • Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage sensitive, confidential information.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Physical capability to stand for extended periods and perform active duties within a busy transit terminal.
  • Preferred background includes an Associate's degree or relevant coursework in Public Health, Health Sciences, Biology, or Nursing.
  • Knowledge of HIPAA, infection control, and bilingual or multilingual language skills are considered strong assets.

Company Description

Our mission:
Consistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most.

At PrideStaff, it’s all about you. Whether you’re an entry-level worker or a senior executive, an HR Manager or a front line supervisor, our goal is to understand what matters to you – your goals, your priorities, your success. Our locally-owned offices seek to understand your needs and track results, measure feedback, and keep it personal. Everything we do is designed to serve you better, and our ten years of being recognized as among the top 1% in the industry tell us we are doing something right!

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About PrideStaff

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Accountability of local ownership along with the resources and expertise that the $200m national organization of PrideStaff backing us has. Therese is involved in all day-to-day operations. She leads a dynamic team of recruiters who together are focused on ensuring both clients and candidates have an exceptional experience. When you call the office, it is not unusual that Therese will answer the phone. Along with her team, she conducts interviews and helps with the hiring process. Additionally, PrideStaff’s 80+ other locations across the United States gives us resources not available to most other local staffing firms. It’s not what we say about ourselves that matters…it’s what has been said in our over 3,800 client testimonials that we’ve received over the years that matters.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Fresno, CA, US

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