Health Support Technician

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Requisition No: 867556

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN -

As a Health Support Technician, you'll play a pivotal role in our healthcare team, focusing on both clinical and clerical support functions in the Maternity Clinic in our Sarasota County Health Department Ringling and North Port Sites.

This role offers a dynamic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare delivery. If you're dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, possess strong organizational skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and join our team today.

• Health Support Functions
  • Clinical Preparation:
    Prepare clients for clinic visits by accurately recording height, weight, temperature, and medical history.
  • Bilingual Client Support:
    Provide essential Spanish translation services to assist clients with limited English proficiency.
  • Assist Physicians:
    Support physicians during patient care, treatments, and procedures; ensure equipment readiness and sterilization post-procedure.
  • Clinic Coordination:
    Maintain efficient clinic operations by preparing exam rooms and guiding clients through their visit.
  • Inventory Management:
    Monitor and manage medical supplies to uphold seamless clinic operations.
  • Laboratory Support:
    Collect, label, and process specimens for various laboratory analyses as required.
  • Documentation and Reporting:
    Prepare reports to ensure compliance with state programs and assist in specialized treatments.
• Clerical Support Functions
  • Appointment Scheduling:
    Utilize the HMS system to schedule appointments accurately. Schedule clients for tests and procedures.
  • Administrative Support:
    Assist with referrals and follow-ups as needed.

• Proficient in clinical settings processes
• Advanced knowledge of laboratory procedures
• Proficient in phlebotomy
• Proficient with electronic medical records

• One year of clinical experience working in a medical facility
• One year of phlebotomy experience
• English/Spanish bilingual, written and oral forms

• Experience working in an OB/GYN clinical practice

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:

• Innovation:
  We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
• Collaboration:
  We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
• Accountability:
  We perform with integrity & respect.
• Responsiveness:
  We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
• Excellence:
  We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

William L. Little Health & Human Services Center

Sarasota, FL 34237

and

North Port Family Health Center

North Port, FL 34287

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

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…