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Form of workRequisition No: 797904
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64853800
Position Number: 64853800
Salary: $15.50 - $16.50
Posting Closing Date: 03/30/2023
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Obtains patients' medical history, measures height and weight, takes blood pressures manually and electronically, taking temperatures, pulse and respirations; performs screenings/counseling for HIV; tests visual and auditory acuity using eye charts and audiometer and records electronically prior to examination by provider. Performs timely and accurate client documentation and coding of services both electronically and manually according to policies and procedures. Adheres to DOH policies for security of client data and security systems.
Prepares examination and treatment rooms prior to providers examinations, maintaining all necessary equipment and supplies for ready use. Assists provider/nurse during examinations/visits as needed.
Supports clerical functions by scheduling client appointments, interviewing and screening patients for eligibility determination, and billing services according to policy and procedure. Appropriate client demographic and financial information is obtained and entered into the Health Management System.
Runs daily pending and lab error report in Health Management System (HMS). Identifies any outstanding pending and outstanding lab errors, makes the required corrections to resolve immediately.
Performs fingerstick hemoglobin and blood sugar screenings; performs venipuncture for blood tests; collects and tests urine specimens for a variety of standard laboratory testing and analysis. Inputs client data into HMS lab module and prepares lab specimens properly to send to appropriate laboratory for testing.. Operates routine laboratory equipment.
Cleans and sterilizes equipment and supplies using germicides, sterilizer and autoclave. Prepares Biohazard waste products for pickup and other containers appropriate to waste disposal.
Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials. Removes all expired supplies from room/inventory per policy. All clinician/medical equipment is inspected, cleaned, and kept in working condition. Always keeps clinical rooms/area well stocked and clean.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, customer service skills, communicate verbally in a courteous and effective manner
- Ability to follow specific written and oral instruction
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology/techniques
- Ability to perform, record vital signs and document in patient record
- Ability to interview patients and obtain a complete medical history
- Ability to prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients and assist physician during exams.
- Ability to collect routine laboratory specimens as directed by physician and sent to labs
- Ability to inventory, maintain, and order supplies for clinic.
- Knowledge of basic computer software.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
- Able to travel between different clinical sites
- Verifiable work experience
Preferred -
- Certified in CPR and First Aid
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or comparable certification
- Experience working with client medical or health records in a healthcare setting
- Work experience conducting health screenings to include interviewing clients, measuring vital signs, weight and height, and recording information
- Work experience updating and recording results in a medical or health records chart i.e. screenings, immunizations etc.
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:
Sumter County Health Department Bushnell 415 E. Noble Ave Bushnell, FL 33513
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.
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.
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.
