OPS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II - 64858315

State of Florida•TALLAHASSEE, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Health is hiring an OPS administrative support specialist in the Primary Care Office, within the Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management, Health Resources and Access Section. The role works cooperatively with the PCO director, the Florida Assistance for Medical Education manager and staff, and other Department staff on primary care, mental health, and dental health professional shortage area determinations. The incumbent needs knowledge of health care access and health professional recruitment issues, along with strong communication, computer, and data skills, and the ability to work independently and effectively with stakeholders. The position is located in Tallahassee, Florida. It is an OPS full-time position paying $17.00 per hour. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days. The position requires a security background check and/or drug screening, direct deposit, and the ability to learn and communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.

Requirements

Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
Knowledge of business and organizational planning, coordination, and execution processes.
Knowledge of computer software and applications.
Ability to understand written work-related documents.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, adapting communication to the audience and conveying information clearly.
Ability to adjust actions in relation to others, reorganize information to address problems or tasks, and manage one's own time and the time of others.
Ability to identify essential information, assess performance or learning, listen and ask questions appropriately, and obtain and ensure appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials.
Ability to work independently and effectively with stakeholders.
Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required, or two-plus years of experience in social services, public health, or health care.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree from a college or university.
Critical thinking skills, flexibility, innovation, and a desire to improve health care for Florida residents.

Responsibilities

Update primary care, mental health, and dental providers in the federal designation software system for submission to the Health Resources and Services Administration.
Collect, process, and prepare utilization data, including Florida Medicaid Management Information System (FMMIS) data, to assess community needs for primary, dental, and mental health care and support the FRAME program.
Support the development of program documents, communications, presentations, and other informational materials related to the Primary Care Office, as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.