Explore national fellowship and internship opportunities
The list includes opportunities with governmental public health agencies, nonprofits organizations, global health initiatives, and more. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, national programs affiliated with the Centers of Disease Control and Preventions (CDC).
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APHL-CDC Bioinformatics Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on bioinformatics for public health professionals with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Biorisk Management Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on biorisk management with the APHL and CDC
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APHL-CDC Environmental Health Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on environmental health and laboratory sciences with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Food Safety Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on food safety for laboratory professionals with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Infectious Diseases Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on infectious diseases and laboratory diagnostics with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Informatics Fellowship
Informatics fellowship with an emphasis on public health data systems with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Quality Management Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on quality management for public health laboratories with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Ronald H. Laessig Newborn Screening Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on newborn screening systems in public health with the APHL and CDC.
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Applied Public Health Informatics Fellowship (APHIF)
Fellowship in informatics focusing on addressing public health issues through data systems.
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ASPPH/CDC Public Health Fellowship Program
Collaborative fellowship program between ASPPH and the CDC for public health students.
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CDC/CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship Program
Fellowship that places fellows in state or local health departments to address applied epidemiology.
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Emory/CDC Medical Toxicology Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on toxicology in a medical and public health context.
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Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Program (LAMRP)
Residency in laboratory animal medicine that blends veterinary science with public health concerns.
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ORISE CDC Research Opportunities
A wide variety of CDC-sponsored research opportunities for graduate and post-graduate students.
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Public Health for All
An inclusive program focusing on increasing public health opportunities for diverse populations.
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Public Health Institute/CDC Global Public Health Fellowship Program
Fellowship focusing on global public health issues with an emphasis on international collaboration.
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SOPHE/CDC Student Fellowship in Injury Prevention and Control
Fellowship for students focusing on injury prevention with the SOPHE and CDC.
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The Pacific Public Health Fellowship Program
Fellowship program targeting public health issues in the Pacific region.
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Uganda Public Health Fellowship Program - Laboratory Leadership Program (UPHFP-LLP)
Fellowship focusing on laboratory leadership in Uganda for public health students and professionals.
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ASA/NCHS Research Fellowship Program
Fellowship focusing on statistical analysis in public health, through the CDC's National Center for Health Statistics.
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CDC Dental Public Health Residency Program
Residency program for students interested in public health dentistry.
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CDC Evaluation Fellowship
Fellowship for students in public health evaluation and measurement methods.
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CDC Knowledge Translation and Implementation Science
Fellowship focusing on translating research into public health practice.
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CDC Steven M. Teutsch Prevention Effectiveness Fellowship and Public Health Analytics and Modeling Track
Fellowship focusing on public health modeling, data analysis, and prevention effectiveness.
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Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS)
Prestigious program that places fellows in epidemiology positions to investigate public health threats.
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Future Leaders in Infections and Global Health Threats (FLIGHT)
Fellowship for emerging leaders in global infectious disease and public health.
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Laboratory Leadership Service
Leadership development program focusing on laboratory sciences in public health.
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Molecular Epidemiology Fellowship
Fellowship for advanced training in molecular epidemiology and public health research.
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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Academy Health Policy Fellowship
Fellowship combining public health and health policy through the NCHS.
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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Postdoctoral Research Program
Postdoctoral fellowship focusing on health statistics and data analysis.
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Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Global HIV & TB
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in global HIV and TB control.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in HIV Prevention for Communities of Color
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in HIV prevention in marginalized communities.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in HIV Prevention for Communities of Color
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in HIV prevention in marginalized communities.
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Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program
Highly competitive government-wide program for recent graduates to work in public health and other sectors.
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Public Health AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps program that provides opportunities to serve in public health settings.
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Public Health Associate Program (PHAP)
A two-year paid fellowship that places associates in state, local, and tribal health departments.
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Public Health Informatics Fellowship Program (PHIFP)
Fellowship that trains public health professionals focusing on informatics systems used in governmental health agencies.
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The Gilstrap OBGYN Fellowship
Fellowship for students focusing on public health in maternal and reproductive health.
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Global Health Corps Fellowship
Fellowship program focusing on global health work.
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CDC Lewis/Ferguson Fellows
Fellowship named after distinguished public health leaders, focusing on mentorship and professional development.
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CDC Public Health Associate Program for Recent Graduates (PHAP)
Similar to PHAP, this program is for recent graduates to work in public health agencies.
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Health Career Connection (HCC)
Internship program for students aiming to pursue careers in health services, with public health agency partnerships.
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New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Public Health AmeriCorps (PHA)
Public Health AmeriCorps program focusing on service opportunities in NYC.
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Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)
A program focusing to enhance diversity in health professions, offering a summer internship experience.
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Fellowships and Training Opportunities | CDC
A comprehensive list of fellowships and training opportunities available at the CDC.
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ORISE Fellowships
Various fellowships focusing on public health research and training in governmental agencies.
Dental Assistant
Public Health Seattle & King County is looking for a dynamic, flexible and client centered candidate to fill a Dental Assistant for our Public Health Clinical Dental program at North Public Health Center. Public Health Dental serves a diverse population of clients, both children and adults, from a wide range of economic, cultural and differently abled backgrounds. This includes seniors, pregnant and postpartum persons, people with physical or mental disabilities, foreign language speakers, members of the LGBTQIA+, clients experiencing homelessness and clients currently experiencing and recovering from substance abuse illness.
Competitive candidates will possess a desire and ability to offer excellent and empathetic service to all the clients we serve. Dental Assistants work to the full scope of their certification under the supervision of a Dentist or Dental Hygienist as well as the Dental Clinic supervisor in a variety of dental restoration and prevention procedures and other related duties as required in a dental clinic and/or community health setting. Our dental clinics use Epic Wisdom electronic dental records. Training in Epic Wisdom is provided for all clinical dental employees.
Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months.
Background
Temporary opportunity. Term-Limited Temporary positions are "at-will" positions but are eligible for benefits. This TLT is currently anticipated to last until August 11, 2026. However, funding sources for this work remain uncertain and dependent upon decisions actively being made at both the federal and local levels. As a result, the end date of this position may be adjusted based on those decisions. The County and the Department continue to work to secure long term funding sources.
This vacancy can also be filled as a Special Duty opportunity. For Special Duty Assignment interest, you must be a Career Service, Career Service Exempt or other regular (non-temporary) employee in King County who has completed their initial County probation. You must have supervisor approval prior to taking a Special Duty Assignment.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Work Schedule
The typical work schedule for position is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This position is subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and overtime eligible.
Work Location
This position is based out of the North Public Health Center at the Meridian Center for Health, located at 12359 Lake City Way NE, Seattle WA 98125.
As business needs dictate, the incumbent may be asked to provide backfill assistant at any of our other dental clinic locations. Those locations include:
Columbia Dental Clinic: 4400 37th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118
Downtown Dental Clinic: 2124 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Eastgate Dental Clinic, 14350 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98007
Requirements
- Act as a chairside assistant for restorative, oral surgery, endodontic, hygiene and other procedures as needed.
- Take diagnostic quality intra-oral and extra-oral radiographs.
- Provide child prophys. Apply dental sealants in clinical and community settings. Apply topical preventative agents.
- Take and review patient medical and dental history and present relevant info to the Dentist.
- Assist dentist with emergency procedures.
- Perform other duties as allowed by the Washington State Dental Practice Act 18.32.
- Educate patients in oral hygiene and anticipatory guidance health behaviors.
- Maintain patient flow.
- Responsible for accurate entry of visit data into the electronic dental record as per Dental Program Policies and Procedures and Medicaid billing guidelines.
- Accurately document medical record information under the direction of the dentist.
- Maintain patient records.
- Maintain operatories and dental spaces in good working order and ensure compliance with OSHA/WISHA requirements.
- Clean and sterilize dental instruments in accordance with State and Federal requirements.
- Perform routine dental equipment maintenance (clinical and portable) and process repairs.
- Maintain dental supply inventory and ordering.
- Assist with patient reminder calls and follow up on missed appointments as needed.
- Greet and reassure clients.
- Conduct follow-up with patients as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):
- Current registration as a Dental Assistant in the State of Washington.
- Documentation of current BLS CPR certification with AED training required at time of job offer. Online CPR/AED Heartsaver courses do not meet this requirement.
- Completion of a recognized Dental Assistant course program or equivalent experience.
- Working knowledge of methods and techniques used in dental assisting.
- Working knowledge of terminology, materials, equipment and instruments used in dentistry.
- Working knowledge of dental radiograph techniques and principles.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage your own and patient schedules.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain patient files and other records in accordance with practice guidelines and applicable regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage behavioral issues in a dental clinic setting.
- Demonstrated ability to address conflict in a direct and professional manner.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with clients of diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, different physical and developmental abilities, as well as the ability to work with clients for whom English is a second language.
- Experience working with both in-person and telephonic interpreters in a clinical setting.
The most competitive applicants will have the following experiences and qualifications (Desired):
- Experience in a public/community health center or clinic setting desired.
- Experience with using EPIC Wisdom electronic dental record.
- Applicants bilingual in English and Spanish highly desired.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Who May Apply
These career service positions are open to both internal and external candidates
Application Process
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Necessary Special Requirements
- The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
- The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR.
- The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
- For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en.
- Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
- Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
- Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
- Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
- When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
- If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.
Union Membership
Represented by the Local 8 labor union.
Contact
For questions about this recruitment, contact Catherine Fitzpatrick (catherine.fitzpatrick@kingcounty.gov)
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