TB Clinic
Our Tuberculosis Clinic provides diagnostic and treatment services for Jefferson, Bullitt, Henry, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble counties.
Our services include:
- Risk assessments
- Screening contacts for exposure (Tuberculin Skin Test/Quantiferon Plus blood test);
- Chest x-ray services;
- Obtaining sputum and other specimens for laboratory analysis;
- Medications or prescriptions provided for treatment;
- Monitoring by a licensed medical professional;
- Monitoring adherence to treatment or therapy regime;
- Providing social services to ensure completion of treatment or therapy;
- Providing Directly Observed Therapy by a licensed medical professional at a site suitable for the patient;
- Providing consultation on diagnosis and treatment to physicians, nursing homes, social service agencies, hospitals, and others.
- Contact investigations
- Surveillance
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- Perform administrative tasks including making and organizing charts, data entry, filing, etc.
- Organize stockroom and replenish supplies as needed
- Prepare patient rooms by sweeping floors, sanitizing spaces, and restocking supplies
- Maintain a professional office space
- Assist the clinic staff with additional duties as needed
- Treat all clients with compassion
- Act as an ambassador of the program
