HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64082332

Requisition No: 840522 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64082332

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64082332 

Salary:  $1362.69 biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 11/25/2024 

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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas 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.

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its efforts and its vision To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.

THIS JOB REQUIRES A CURRENT UNRESTRICTED FLORIDA CNA LICENSE OR

MEDICAL ASSISTANT CERTIFICATION

WORK SCHEDULE FOR THIS POSTION FOLLOWS THE SCHOOL CALENDAR

Your Specific Responsibilities:

CLINICAL DUTIES

• Provide first aid, acute and emergency care to ill/injured students, faculty, and staff. 

• Receive all medications from parent/guardian per established protocol.  Count with parent/guardian and log all incoming medications, document accurately, notifying parent when additional medication is needed.
• Provide supervision for the safe and accurate self-administration of medications by students, including administering insulin as per policy. 
• Provide safe, accurate nursing procedures for ordered treatments. 
• Take vital signs including temperature and, when needed, B/P and pulse.
• Receive and log phone calls regarding student illnesses, absenteeism, etc. 
• Assist RN in identifying health problems in students by reviewing all incoming health records and assist in completing health needs awareness list as well as the medication list.  
• Maintain confidentiality of all records and client interactions and services per HIPAA and FERPA privacy policies. Document on appropriate forms all services, assessments, interactions, and reactions. 
• Staff and maintain health room. Clean area per standard protocols.  Adhere to universal precautions.  Dispose of any used materials and supplies appropriately.

CLERICAL DUTIES

• Complete daily and weekly clinic logs.  Organize and maintain student records and filing system.
• Enter data into computer utilizing the approved data system software. 
• Oversee distribution, collection, and filing of all clinic cards.  Complete clinic portion of accident and injury reports, documenting actions on clinic cards. 
• Maintain inventory of all clinic supplies and forms (including care plans and parent letters).  Prepares and updates clinic forms and paperwork as needed.
• Assist RN with preparation of medical records for Quality Assurance Review. 
• Completes required agency reports and forms including timesheets, EARS, and Travel within required timeframes. 

IMMUNIZATION DATA DUTIES

• Routinely review immunization data in FOCUS and FLShots to ensure student immunization status is up to date, making appropriate changes in focus as needed.
• Follow-up on students identified by the CHNS to determine if their immunization status has been updated and exclude the student if necessary.

OTHER RELATED DUTIES

• Maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications.
• Complete mandatory trainings within required timeframes including how to administer insulin. 
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff and supervisor. 
• Act as backup for Health Support Technicians at other school locations as needed. 
• Attend and participates in staff meetings.
• Utilize the computer daily for e-mail, communication with supervisor, information and documentation. 

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

• Knowledge of normal and abnormal health conditions and basic terminology;
• Skill in using medical instruments or testing equipment;
• Skill in taking vital signs;
• Skill in the use of personal computers and software programs. 
• Skill in using medical instruments or testing equipment.
• Ability to keep accurate records, compile data and prepare reports;
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Ability to prepare reports and correspondence;
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
• Ability to effectively interact, cooperate, collaborate and manage conflicts with other people.

Qualifications:

Minimum

• Possess a high diploma or equivalent;

• Possess a current, unrestricted CNA license or Medical Assistant registration;
• Possess a current CPR certification;
• Able to work a 10-month work schedule following the school calendar;
• Hold a current Florida Driver’s license and access to and use of dependable transportation; 
• Exhibit at least 1 year experience working as a CNA or Medical Assistant;
• Have experience operating computers and using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

Preferred

• Fluent in Spanish,
• Have experience working with school age children.

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:

This position is located at Lakewood High School 1400 54th Avenue S., St Petersburg, FL 33705.  The Administrative Office is located at 12420 130th Avenue N, Largo FL 33774.

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, 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. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. 

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 clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.