HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64030742

HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64030742 Date: Oct 9, 2024 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: 838808 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64030742 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64030742 Salary: $1,298.46 - $1,420.00 Biweekly Salary Posting Closing Date: 10/16/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Internal Advertisement This is a Career Service position working 40 hours a week. Biweekly Salary Range: $1,298.46 - $1,420.00 Your Specific Responsibilities: This is a Health Support Technician (HST) position under the direct supervision of the Community Health Nursing Supervisor-SES. This position directly involves working with the CHD Laboratory performing phlebotomy procedures and the processing of blood and body fluids for laboratory testing under OSHA standards and Department of Health laboratory protocols and guidelines. This position will work within the clinical department as well as including but not limited to HIV, Tuberculosis, Epidemiology, Epilepsy, Insulin programs and any others deemed necessary. This position is responsible for the integrity and confidentiality of data sets under his/her control and will come to work and exhibit an attitude of friendliness and eager customer service towards all clients and act respectfully and courteously to fellow employees and clients. Uses knowledge of quality improvement (QI) methods and processes to work with other staff to help identify opportunities for improvement and develop a culture of quality within DOH Taylor; assists in improvement projects, as assigned. Assists the practitioner in the clinic setting by performing vital signs, client’s history, diagnostic tests, administering and maintaining records of medical treatments, refers patient/client/family to community resources to assist in care; and interpreting the practitioner’s orders. Collects specimen appropriate for care and complete required forms. Takes height, weight and conducts routine laboratory tests including performing phlebotomy as required. Collects and records health information of services performed. Inputs data into Florida Shots immunization system. Perform client follow up activities to secure compliance and closure of recommended actions including triage activities. Assists with interviewing patients by identifying persons at risk; assists in the operation of routine testing of disease in persons at risk and the operation of communicable and/or chronic disease control; prepares records and reports required by state programs; schedules, plans and conducts special outreach disease control programs; prepares documents relative to the epidemiological process. Primary lead for ADAP (Aids Drug Assistance) program. Tracking client using DIS protocols. Assists practitioner in management of Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Program form completion and annual mammography event. Assists practitioner and other clinic staff in clinic with vital signs, history intake, determining complaints, entering CLIA waived lab tests in HMS, education/counseling, HIV pretest counseling and other clinic duties related to position. Patient referrals as requested by Medical Doctor or ARNP for other services needed. Translating/explaining information and how it can be understood, used to support responses and provide feedback with others: counseling, educating and interviewing clients in a clinical setting and consulting with the RN or practitioner on staff; communicating with persons outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, public, government and other external sources; compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, auditing, verifying, or processing information or data. Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining medical information either in written or electronic form. Monitoring/reviewing information from materials, events or environment including Family Planning I&E Committee. Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others. Maintains control log for glucose, hemoglobin, pregnancy tests and other CLIA waived tests. Performs monthly equipment inventory and maintains log. Assists with vaccine temperature monitoring, Verilert system, ordering vaccine and vaccine inventory. Assists provider with monitoring/documenting/case management of TB clients, Epilepsy, and Insulin program management including ordering supplies and medication, inventory management and tracking in Central Pharmacy, Biohazard collection and disposal. Draw blood specimens. Maintain laboratory facilities and control laboratory supplies. Maintain a variety of laboratory instruments and laboratory equipment. Maintain and control laboratory records. Prepare specimens from any part of the body. Perform data entry of results and required reference ranges of laboratory tests. Participates in continuing education and in-service trainings. Keep up to date with current literature to enhance personal and professional growth and development; provides job related in-service training to CHD and other agency staff/volunteer/school groups. Other duties as required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of HIPPA laws and DOH security and confidentiality policies and procedures. Skill in utilizing phlebotomy techniques; Skill in working directly with patients in a laboratory/medical setting; Skill in labeling, processing, and preparing laboratory samples for testing. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and make appropriate decisions regarding assigned work; Ability to prioritize and complete work assignments with given timeframes; Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks; Ability to perform preventative maintenance on equipment/instruments as they related to specimen collection; Ability to utilize a decentralized hospital computer program/system to generate requests, work labels, and worklists. Qualifications: Minimum- Certified and Trained to perform phlebotomy, CPR and First Aid Certified, Preferred- 1-3 years experience with case management of chronic health conditions, 1-3 years experience working in a medical health care setting, 1-3 years experience with the collection of various laboratory specimens, 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: Taylor County Health Department - 1215 N. Peacock Avenue, Perry, Florida 32347 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits; Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com ); Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; 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. 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. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: PERRY, FL, US, 32347 PERRY, FL, US, 32348 Nearest Major Market:Lake City