Ops Biological Scientist I - 64858271

OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - 64858271

Date: May 11, 2023

Location:

SARASOTA, FL, US, 34237

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) .

Requisition No: 799947

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - 64858271

Position Number: 64858271

Salary: $19.75 - $20.25 / hour

Posting Closing Date: 05/25/2023

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

+ Conducts field investigations in accordance with current STD program policy to locate and refer clients for counseling, medical evaluation, and/or treatment of STDs and HIV. This includes patients who test positive for these infections and patients who might have been exposed to and/or suspected to be at risk of infection for HIV or STDs. This position will follow all FDOH policies to notify individuals of their need for testing and/or treatment. Maintaining client confidentially is essential.

+ Collaborates with providers throughout Sarasota County to ensure that specific positive lab results are reported to DOH-Sarasota properly and update providers on the treatment guidelines relating to STDs and HIV.

+ Assists with maternal and congenital STD/HIV case investigations. This includes following up with providers and infection control practitioners at local hospitals that care for pregnant women to ensure proper treatment and follow up is conducted.

+ Educates clients and community members about STDs and HIV. This may include large scale community presentations and attending health fairs.

+ Assists with the walk in Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) and HIV/AIDS walk in testing Program (SHIP) program on a weekly basis. This includes obtaining bloods sample, finger sticks, and urine samples to test for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV and properly ordering, packaging, and shipping samples to the State Lab for processing.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written formats

+ Ability to collect and compile data

+ Ability to use a personal computer

+ Ability to analyze problems and develop appropriate course of action

+ Ability to organize, prioritize and work within policies and procedures

+ Ability to maintain confidentiality

Qualifications:

Preferred –

+ Experience working in a public health or medical/healthcare setting

+ Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

+ Phlebotomy experience

+ Florida Department of Health HIV Tester and Counselor Training (HIV 500/501 courses)

+ SureCheck Rapid testing certification through the Florida Department of Health

+ Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other programs

+ Centers for Disease Control Passport to Partner Services certified or Introduction to Disease Investigation course

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

William L. Little Health & Human Services Center

2200 Ringling Boulevard

Sarasota, FL 34237

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

+ State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)

+ Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)

+ Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)

+ Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)

+ Deferred Compensation (voluntary)

+ Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

+ And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287.

Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Nearest Major Market:SarasotaNearest Secondary Market:Tampa