Data Processing System - Nashville, TN

The Data Processing Specialist supports the Viral Hepatitis Program by accurately processing and maintaining hepatitis surveillance data in the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NEDSS) Based System (NBS). The role applies CDC/CSTE case definitions, identifies reportable case types, performs data cleaning and quality assurance, and collaborates with program and surveillance staff to support data integrity and public health reporting. Primary job duties will include, but are not limited to: • Process and enter hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) laboratory and case data in NBS (surveillance system) • Review and manage assigned surveillance and document review queues • Apply CDC/CSTE case definitions to determine case status • Identify acute, reinfection, perinatal, infant, and fetal death cases • Perform routine data cleaning and quality assurance • Process paper, electronic, and orphaned laboratory reports • Resolve data discrepancies and incomplete records • Coordinate medical record requests as assigned • Communicate data issues and notable findings to the team leader • Participate in required meetings, training, and team activities Contractor Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; data entry or data systems experience and medical or public health knowledge preferred.

Created: 2026-03-04