Requisition No: 802302

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II - 64002548 1

Position Number: 64002548

Salary: $1,200.00-$1,432.74 Bi-weekly

Posting Closing Date: 05/24/2023

Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Employee obtains and records client health screening information such as vital signs, height, and weight, assists in obtaining various laboratory specimens, assists clients to and from clinic rooms, maintains adequate stock of medical supplies according to par levels in clinic and clinic rooms, cleans clinic rooms after each client, assists clinicians in medical procedures, and assists clinicians and nurses in examining clients

Employee prepares rooms for assigned clinics and ensures that all equipment and supplies are readily accessible for the medical and nursing staff

Employee assists in clinics and anticipates needs to ensure that the clinic flows smoothly and efficiently and to enhance timely delivery of services

Employee inventories medical supplies in clinic and maintains a clean, organized, and orderly work environment

Employee performs phlebotomy for clinic clients as needed and functions as the primary backup for all lab duties in the absence of the Lab Tech III

Employee enters lab ordering information into the electronic ordering module as required

Employee reviews lab requisition forms to ensure accuracy and completeness and performs all necessary QA review prior to electronic transmittal and shipment

Employee accurately records results of tests performed and is responsible for reporting test results to the charge nurse in each clinic

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to assist clinicians with physical exam and medical procedures of clients and managing clinic flow
• Ability to organize a clinic or lab work setting and plan for clinic efficiency
• Able to obtain and record client health screening information
• Able to perform phlebotomy in accordance with safety and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of receiving, preparing, and preserving specimens for testing and evaluation
• Ability to use and maintain equipment used in performance of duties
• Knowledge of work safety standards and compliance requirements
• Knowledge of medical supplies required for use within clinic
• Ability to communicate clearly and visibly in writing
• Knowledge of basic computer use and data recording

Qualifications:

Minimum –

• Valid Driver’s License
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program, OR certified phlebotomy certificate OR >1 year phlebotomy experience in a laboratory/ clinical setting.
• At least one year experience working with patients in a clinical setting OR equivalent coursework
• 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.
• Completed a training program in patient care services (ex. CNA, MA, patient care technician) OR have at least one year experience working with patients in a clinical setting

Preferred –

• Phlebotomy certification or equivalent coursework.
• > 1 (one) year phlebotomy experience in a laboratory/clinical setting
• > 1 (one) year experience working with patients in a clinical setting
• High School Diploma/GED or higher
• Experience working in a laboratory setting
• Experience working with women’s health and reproductive health patients
• Experience labeling and handling laboratory specimens
• Experience working with and documenting in an/any Electronic Health Record
• Current State of Florida DOH employee

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:

FDOH in Brevard County, Melbourne Clinic

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.

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.