Tuberculosis Health Educator
Company: ATC
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Title: TB Health Educator Location:
Indianapolis, IN Work Setup: Hybrid, 3 days onsite and 2 days
remote Occasional field work and/or overnight travel may be
required Duration: 1 year contract to start with multi-year
extensions Hourly Pay: $30-$35/hour Job Description: The TB health
educator serves as a contractor through CAI in the TB Prevention &
Care program at the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH). The
purpose of this position is to minimize morbidity and mortality
associated with tuberculosis among Indiana residents by conducting
health education and training activities to internal staff,
external partners, and the public. Responsibilities: Provide
education and training consultation and technical assistance to
local health departments, health care providers, and the public
with respect to tuberculosis; Lead or coordinate a variety of
health education activities hosted by IDOH TB control or external
partners, including the Annual World TB Day Conference. Assist TB
Regional Nurse Consultants in training LHD staff on TB and
coordinating and disseminating updated training materials. Prepare
and disseminate written and oral reports, handouts, training
documents, the TB newsletter, and presentations that communicate
necessary information to internal and external partners. Develop
resources and toolkits to provide outreach and education to
specific partners, including civil surgeons, homeless shelters,
primary care providers, and infection control practitioners.
Conduct educational presentations and/or trainings for a variety of
audiences, including local health departments, health care
providers, and the general public. Engage directly with members of
the public at health fairs and other outreach events; Serve as the
primary liaison with Indiana American Lung Association, Global TB
Institute at Rutgers, and CDC regarding education and training
activities; Participate in writing grants and other funding
proposals; Assist the TB Prevention & Care Director in planning and
implementing ongoing professional development activities for TB
Prevention & Care staff Serve as the TB program’s CDC Education and
Training Focal Point and attend the CDC’s Education and Training
Networking conference when requested; Maintain the IDOH TB program
website and ensure all links and materials are reviewed and up to
date; Coordinate and facilitate the Indiana TB Elimination Advisory
Committee and oversee the development and implementation of a
Indiana TB elimination plan. Requirements: Bachelor's in public
health education, community health education, public health,
education, health science, or a behavioral health-related field.
Relevant public health experience. Knowledge of the epidemiology
and biology of tuberculosis. Familiarity with state laws and
regulations and federal public health guidance documents related to
tuberculosis. Prior experience creating relevant training and
education materials for diverse audiences. Proficient in Microsoft
Office and quick adaptability to other database applications, such
as IN-TRAIN and Redcap. Ability to communicate effectively, both
orally and in writing, using principles of risk communication where
appropriate. Able to identify, communicate, and work effectively
with medical providers and local health department staff.
Keywords: ATC, Covington , Tuberculosis Health Educator, Education / Teaching , Indianapolis, Kentucky
