MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST I - 64082660

Requisition No: 868566 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST I - 64082660

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64082660 

Salary:  34,760.00 - 40,330.42 

Posting Closing Date: 02/17/2026 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

 IN SEMINOLE COUNTY

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

Internal Agency Opportunity
Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees).
Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

Class Title: Medical Technologist I

Base Salary: $1,336.92 – 1,551.17 Bi-weekly

Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County

                 400 W. Airport Blvd

                 Sanford, FL 32773             

Condition of Employment:

The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County is looking for self-motivated, hardworking individuals for a Medical Technologist I located in Sanford, FL. 32773.

Condition of Employment:

This position may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disasters or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. This position will maintain confidentiality and security of records as specified by departmental regulations and laws.

This position is a full-time, in-office position.  Are you willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions            

Your Specific Responsibilities

Under the Supervision of the EXECUTIVE COMM HEALTH NURSING DIR - SES, the incumbent to this position will provide a variety of health services and client coordination duties and responsibilities within the Clinic/Laboratory/Community area of the Health Department.  Duties will include but are not limited to the following.

Specimen Collection: The incumbent to this position will collect samples and specimens of blood, urine and other bodily fluids ordered by clinical representative as required for analysis. The incumbent will maintain responsibility for initiating, analyzing, completing, and logging results within the tracking mechanisms implemented. Incumbent will perform phlebotomies; Prepare reports of test results; Perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment as required; Perform quality control testing for all procedures as required. Incumbent will also hold the position of the Health Support Technician in the Clinic and will cover /rotate all aspects of DOH that supports clinical testing. The incumbent to this position will be responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of each collection.  He/she will ensure proper placement/distribution of lab requisition for input into both State and other Lab systems. Incumbent will also be responsible for training new staff to support Lab/Clinic/Community with specimen collection.

In-House and Mobile Outreach Tests - The incumbent to this position will maintain responsibility in the conduction of in-house and mobile/outreach testing, to include pregnancy tests, clean catches, urine collection, collection of blood, specimens for cultures/smears,  and finger sticks. The incumbent will maintain responsibility for initiating, analyzing, completing, and logging results within the tracking mechanisms implemented.  Results will be provided to clinical representatives in a timely fashion and copies filed. Incumbent will follow up with billing lab invoices and provide billing information to our Billing Dept

Packaging/Shipping of Specimens - The incumbent to this position will maintain responsibility in the proper wrapping for surgical procedures, packaging, labeling, and shipping of all laboratory specimens being sent off site for analysis.  He/she will ensure proper manifest inclusion, establishment of tracking and distribution/filing of shipping information. coverage to include medication inventory, assemble and keep track of procedure kit, instrument sterilization and maintenance of sterilization equipment.

Administrative Support Coverage - The incumbent to this position will provide support coverage as needed to ensure proper functioning of the unit and clinic. Support coverage includes inputting of laboratory test requests/updated into HMS, Lab Corps and Quest Programs, assisting in the receipt and distribution of laboratory test results, Incumbent will follow up with billing lab reports and provide billing information to our Billing Dept. Ordering/purchasing of laboratory/administrative supplies, and ensuring the timely inspection/maintenance of all laboratory equipment. Incumbent will also make corrections on Lab Corps and Quest programs weekly or as needed in addition to reconciling laboratory invoices/services.

Equipment Validation - The incumbent to this position will maintain responsibility for the review and verification of laboratory equipment, ensuring consistent testing of equipment and analysis of results.  He/she will notify the proper staff member of any discrepancies so that follow up actions may be taken.

Perform all other related duties as assigned...

Incumbent may be required to work beyond normal work hours in response to disasters and Public Health Emergencies including being assigned to Special Needs Shelters.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of general office procedures, practices, and organization skills; cultural sensitivity; medical technology practices and procedures; the types of laboratory tests; laboratory equipment and testing procedures; chemicals and reagents; the significance of laboratory tests.  Skill in operating laboratory and scientific equipment for conducting tests; providing professional customer service; taking vital signs.  Ability to communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; use online computer system and word processing; do basic math calculations and good language skills; organize and maintain files and records efficiently; follow instructions and review data for accuracy and completeness; function in a busy environment; perform multiple tasks while maintaining organization of area.

Qualifications:

Minimum – 

Clinical laboratory experience

Preferred –

Phlebotomy experience

Experience submitting laboratory test orders in an electronic system

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:

400 W. Airport Blvd, Sanford Florida 32773

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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.