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Form of workRequisition No: 815971Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: OPS HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64942294Pay Plan: TempPosition Number: 64942294Salary: $15.75- $17.00Posting Closing Date: 11/29/2023Total Compensation Estimator ToolFLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITYYour Specific Responsibilities:* Assists in distributing required consents and information to clients, assists clients with paperwork and assures they are correctly completed. Assist the staff with data entry in Florida Shots and HMS when on outreaches or on the Mobile Health Unit.* Interviews client to obtain general, sexual health history, including primary complaint, history of present illness, review of social history as to activities with sexual partners and past or pertinent illnesses including allergies and nutritional status and records relevant information in medical record pertaining to reason for visit and history information. Performs vital signs,( Blood Pressure, Temperature, pulse, height and weight).
Opens visit in EMR and assures entries in medical record are accurate, legible and in timely sequence.* Performs limited laboratory tests. i.e. urine dip, pregnancy test, Rapid Syphilis and Rapid HIV.
Performs venipuncture and obtains specimens for HIV, RPR with reflex, Rubella, Hepatitis chronic screen and HSV IGG in correct tubes. Performs HIV/AIDs pre and post counseling. Completes and performs Quality Control Test and logs results for pregnancy tests, Rapid Syphilis and urinalysis tests as indicated.* Maintains universal precautions with all body fluids contacts and ensures lab area is organized, clean and infection control standards are maintained.* Prepares client for examination assuring necessary supplies are available.
Prepares exam room with equipment needed for special procedures, i.e. IUD insertions, colposcopy, EMB, and assists provider with the procedures and/or examinations.* Assures proper handling of specimens received from provider including correct client identification on specimen and lab requisition, recording specimen in log record, sending specimen to correct lab. Prepares specimens for transfer to appropriate laboratories.
Assures lab requisitions entered with correct codes in HMS. Prepares hazardous waste boxes for use and proper disposal.* Washes instruments, packages them as indicated and operates autoclave. Assures that items are properly stored after autoclaving and items date sensitive are reprocessed as indicated.* Monitors inventory of supplies on Mobile Health Unit.
Coordinates with Community Health Administrative Assistant to order supplies as needed. Assures all clinics areas are well-stocked with correct supplies at all times, storing supplies in proper areas. Reports low supplies to supervisor for outside orders.* Assists staff and Provider in educational activities.
Assures adequate stock of client handouts are available.* Maintains and improves knowledge and skills through attending staff meetings, seminars and Continuing Education programs as needed to position.* Maintains EAR data and Time Sheet with regular and accurate entries in timely manner and within required time frames* Maybe asked to function in different clinics in the main building of the health department.* Subject to emergency duty in the event of a natural disaster* Completion of all mandatory or assigned trainings within the required timeframe* Performs other related duties as requested.* Is expected to be available for all outreaches Monday through Friday ans some Saturdays. Times will fluctuate depending on the outreach, maybe early in the AM or late into the PM. You will be given adequate notice of days and times except in an emergent situation.Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:* Knowledge of basic medical terminology.* Knowledge of basic pharmaceutical terminology and calculations.* Knowledge of basic computer software including electronic medical records.* Skill in using medical instruments or testing equipment.* Skill in taking blood pressure readings and drawing blood.* Ability to interview patients and obtain a complete medical history.* Ability to follow instructions.* Ability to keep accurate records.* Ability to communicate effectively.* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Qualifications:Minimum -Valid Drivers LicenseAble to work after regular business hours if neededExperience drawing bloodExperience interviewing clientsPreferred -Experience with pre and post test counseling for HIVBilingualFlorida 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:Marion County Health Department1801 SE 32nd Ave Ocala Florida 34471The 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.govIf 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.
