OPS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST I - 64854087

Requisition No: 837699 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST I - 64854087

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64854087 

Salary:  $16.50 hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 10/04/2024 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

IN SEMINOLE COUNTY

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

Open Competitive

Class Title: OPS Medical Technologist I

Base Salary: $16.50/hour

Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County

                 400 W. Airport Blvd

                 Sanford, FL 32773                         

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Operations and Management Consultant II-SES, the incumbent to this position will provide a variety of health services, client coordination and clerical/administrative duties and responsibilities within the clinical and communicable disease areas of the Florida Department of Health in Seminole County.  Duties will include but are not limited to the following:

Vital Signs & Specimen Collection: Collects patients’ blood pressure, temperature, pulse oximetry, respiratory rate and heart rate. 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 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.

Administrative & Clerical: Inputting of laboratory test requests/updated into HMS, LabCorp, and Quest Programs, assisting in the receipt and distribution of laboratory test results, and ordering/purchasing of laboratory/administrative supplies. Completes data entry as needed for the following duties which include, but are not limited to client registration, scheduling, and service coding entry. Completes other administrative support tasks as assigned.

Packaging & Shipping of Specimens: The incumbent to this position will maintain responsibility in the proper wrapping, 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. 

In-House Tests: The incumbent to this position will maintain responsibility in the conduction of in-house testing, to include pregnancy tests, clean catches, 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.

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.

Outreaches: Participates in health fairs and community events to provide clinical services, education and other functions as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles of biology, chemistry, and physics. Knowledge of medical technology practices and procedures. Knowledge of the types of laboratory tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing procedures. Knowledge of chemicals and reagents. Knowledge of the significance of laboratory tests. Skill in operating laboratory and scientific equipment for conducting tests. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. Emergency duties may also include in-state and/or out-of-state deployment. 

Preferred:

• Verifiable clinical laboratory experience in a medical setting (hospital, clinic, doctor office or health department)
• Experience in phlebotomy in a medical setting (hospital, clinic, doctor office or health department)
• Phlebotomy certificate or willing to take the course with 6 months of hiring
• Verifiable 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

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.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 work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent 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 disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.

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.