OPS Health Support Technician - 64958438

Health Support Technician

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. Requisition No: 859185 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: OPS Health Support Technician - 64958438 Position Number: 64958438 Salary: $17.00 - $19.00 / hour Posting Closing Date: 09/07/2025

Your specific responsibilities: As a Health Support Technician, you will play a pivotal role in our healthcare team, focusing on both clinical and clerical support functions.

• Health Support Functions
• Laboratory Support: Collect, label, and process specimens for various laboratory analyses as required.
• Bilingual Client Support: Provide essential Spanish translation services to assist clients with limited English proficiency.
• Clinical Preparation: Prepare clients for clinic visits by accurately recording height, weight, temperature, and medical history.
• 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.
• 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.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Fluent in spoken and written English and Spanish
• Advanced knowledge in laboratory procedures
• Proficient in phlebotomy techniques

Qualifications:

• Minimum – One year of clinical experience in a medical facility
• Proficiency in venipunctures
• Fluent English/Spanish bilingualism
• Preferred – Experience assisting physicians during medical visits and procedures

Where you will work: William L. Little Health & Human Services Center 2200 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota, FL 34237

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

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)
• 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.

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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.