CERTIFIED RAD TECHNOL-RAD I - 64001331

Requisition No: 806175 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: CERTIFIED RAD TECHNOL-RAD I - 64001331

Position Number: 64001331 

Salary:  $1923.08 - $2116.00 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 12/29/2023 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

 IN ORANGE COUNTY

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT

Class Title: Certified Radiologic Technologist I

Position Number: 64001331

Base Salary: $1923.08 - $2116.00 Biweekly

Location: 6101 Lake Ellenor Drive 

                 Orlando, FL 32809 

DOH/Orange is a tobacco free agency                        

**NOTE: All responses provided to the qualifying questions for this advertisement must be verifiable on your State of Florida, Employment Application. All questions will be verified and must be documented on your application for it to be considered valid. **

YOUR SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a Family Planning Prenatal Health Program position in which the incumbent works by using ultrasound/sonographic equipment under the supervision of the Registered Nursing Consultant.  Additional duties include Health support Technician work including laboratory and screening for vital signs.  Examples of work include taking blood samples, operating clinical equipment, collect and document medical information manually and electronically. Documents findings in the medical record. Notifies the nurse/ provider of abnormal findings.  Prepares specimens for transport.  Administer tuberculin test.

Conducts and calibrates diagnostic ultrasound machines.  Performs ultrasound procedures on all maternity patients as directed by the clinician. Instruct patients as to posture and breathing during exposure.  Prepares records of work accomplished and maintains files of films and reports

Document and enter data into the manual / electronic medical record

Provides optimal customer services, including answering the phone, routing calls appropriately, making appointments and giving general information to the public.  Assures that the client completes the client satisfaction survey at each encounter.

Assists in the maintenance of the clinic area, inventory, ordering supplies.  Maintain a clean work environment in the clinical area. 

Attends and participates in in-services education programs.

Maintain and submit required administrative forms accurately, legibly and within the required time frame.  EARS, People First, Emergency Response, Travel)

Perform other duties as required

REQUIRED  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of Radiology practices and techniques.  
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to provide direct patient care and treatment.
• Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical problems.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to plan, organizes, and coordinates work assignments.

• Knowledge of Family Planning and Prenatal Health Program.
• Knowledge of HIV
• Knowledge of recording, reporting, and documenting vital signs.
• Ability to maintain inventory
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Computer skills. Knowledge of
• Knowledge of Family Planning and Prenatal Health Program.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of Medicaid and other third-party insurance

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year verifiable experience: operating Diagnostic Ultrasound Machines, and providing direct client care in a medical setting (clinic, doctor’s office, hospital, or health department.
• Experience performing any of the following examinations/screenings: Performing Ultrasound procedures on maternity clients.
•  Certification as a Radiology Technician.
• Work during or beyond normal work hours or days in event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent working in special needs or Red Cross Shelters, or to perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.

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.

Work Location: 6101 Lake Ellenor Drive, Orlando, FL 32809

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. A background screening will be completed on each applicant selected for a position designated as "sensitive" and a drug test will be conducted on each applicant selected for positions designated as "safety sensitive" in accordance with department policies (Background Screening DOHP 60-5-08 and Drug Free Workplace DOHP 60-9-99). . 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

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. Incumbent may be required to perform emergency duty before, during and/or beyond normal business hours and/or days. We request that all applications be completed online with People First. No faxed or mailed applications will be accepted by the agency. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

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

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 Departments 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.

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.

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.