Health Support Technician

Job Title

Health Support Technician –

State of Florida – Department of Health

• Pay Plan:
  Career Service
• Position Number:
• Salary: $36,004.80 – $38,001.60
• Posting Closing Date: 01/21/2026
• Locations:
  • William L. Little Health & Human Services Center – 2200 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • North Port Family Health Center – 6950 Outreach Way, North Port, FL 34287

• Health Support Functions
• Clinical Preparation:
  Prepare clients for clinic visits by accurately recording height, weight, temperature, and medical history.
• Bilingual Client Support:
  Provide Spanish translation services to 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 visits.
• Inventory Management:
  Monitor and manage medical supplies to uphold clinic operations.
• Laboratory Support:
  Collect, label, and process specimens for laboratory analyses.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  Prepare reports to ensure compliance with state programs and assist in specialized treatments.
• Clerical Support Functions:
  Appointment scheduling using the HMS system and administrative support for referrals and follow‑ups.

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

Minimum:

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

Preferred:

• Experience working in an OB/GYN clinical practice

Mission: To protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

Vision: To be the healthiest state in the nation.

Values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence.

• Annual and sick leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
• State group insurance coverage options: health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions
• Flexible spending accounts, tuition waivers, and other benefits

Applicants must provide documentation to verify responses to qualifying questions. The position requires a security background check and/or drug screening. Background checks, I‑9 completion, and verification through E‑Verify are mandatory. Candidates must also meet selective services registration requirements as applicable.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affiliation Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates who require reasonable accommodations may contact the agency hiring authority or the People First Service Center. Veterans’ preference is available for eligible applicants and must be supported with required documentation.