MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST II - 64004461

State of Florida • Sanford, FL

2d • $34,760 - $38,230 • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County is seeking a self-motivated, independent, and hardworking individual to fill a Career Service Medical Technologist II position. This is a highly independent and responsible administrative and clinical position under the supervision of the Operations and Management MGR SES, supporting the Tuberculosis, Refugee Health, and Employee Health Programs. The role involves determining client eligibility, providing services, and coordinating program activities. It requires constant interaction with clients, the ability to prioritize, be flexible, multitask, and provide excellent customer service. The incumbent will promote cooperation, courtesy, and teamwork in a diverse environment and provide support to the Epidemiology Program as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Certified in Phlebotomy.
• Willing to physically come into the office daily and/or perform field work as needed.
• Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff, community partners, and diverse populations.
• Knowledge of confidentiality requirements, HIPAA, and applicable regulations.
• Skill in performing front desk operations, including client intake and communication.
• Skill in using computer systems and electronic records to enter, retrieve, and organize information.
• Knowledge of general office practices, administrative procedures, and standard record keeping.
• Skill in organizing work, completing assignments, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow established procedures.
• Skill in managing phone calls, voicemail, messages, and client inquiries efficiently.
• Skill in organizing and maintaining files, logs, inventories, and documentation.
• Knowledge of basic clinical procedures and patient care practices.
• Skill in performing specimen collection, labeling, and preparing specimens for processing or transport.
• Knowledge of specimen collection and handling methods, including phlebotomy.
• Ability to follow clinical and laboratory protocols with attention to detail.
• Skill in conducting basic clinical screenings and obtaining patient information.
• Knowledge of general laboratory safety, infection control, and basic laboratory workflows.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and professional communication.
• Ability to support program activities and complete required reports and trainings in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of public health principles, outreach practices, and general program operations.
• Skill in representing the department professionally during outreach and program activities.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and quality improvement concepts.
• Skill in adapting to new tasks, procedures, and program needs.
• Ability to represent the department professionally and maintain flexibility when priorities shift.
• Ability to learn new procedures quickly and apply them appropriately.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in support of different programs as needed.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual: English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Serve as front desk reception, checking in clients, providing necessary paperwork, and managing all client communication.
• Register clients, verify demographic and insurance information, and determine eligibility.
• Answer incoming calls and disseminate voicemails within one business day.
• Schedule appointments, print daily schedules, and enter services and billing data.
• Support the payment process by directing clients to staff responsible for fee collection.
• Complete I 693 forms, prepare end-of-day reports, and prepare faxes.
• Assist with documentation needs.
• Enter service information into electronic health record systems (HMS, Florida SHOTS, PRISM), including attaching documents, creating labels, adding required information, and preparing referral and laboratory forms.
• Operate office equipment and maintain logs, inventories, and related reports.
• Conduct monthly inventories for clinical supplies, office supplies, and vaccines.
• Manage active record inventory, including security, retention schedules, storage preparation, retrieval processing, and coordinating destruction.
• Order office supplies through MFMP after supervisor approval.
• Track and reconcile transactions in MFMP and SAMAS, and maintain documentation for compliance with purchasing guidelines and reconciliation deadlines.
• Receive and review purchases, maintain documentation, refill areas with received supplies, and ensure the front desk area remains secured.
• Update the Secured Area Authorized Access Listing.
• Ensure certifications and licenses within the assigned area are current.
• Ensure staff from other areas sign the EPI/TB Visitors Log.
• Check emails routinely and make copies as needed.
• Maintain organized program folders.
• Monitor laboratory and contract billing, reconcile invoices, and track purchase order balances.
• Take and record vital signs, perform vision and hearing screenings, and interview clients to obtain medical history.
• Provide counseling and education based on assessed needs and program requirements.
• Maintain daily logs for medications, immunizations, and all required clinical and laboratory activities.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures and collect specimens independently through phlebotomy or other approved methods.
• Ensure correct patient identification for specimen collection.
• Perform accurate, complete, and timely specimen collection, including wrapping, packaging, labeling, and shipping specimens with proper manifests, tracking, and documentation.
• Handle accurate and efficient laboratory order entry, specimen processing, and the initiation, analysis, completion, and logging of results within tracking systems.
• Participate in disease control clinics, contact investigations, and employee health testing.
• Provide assistance with N 95 respirator fit testing.
• Perform routine phlebotomy.
• Prepare collection kits or other non-lab kits.
• Restock clinical and laboratory supplies.
• Check medications upon receipt, provide them to nursing staff, notify the state of receipt, and submit expired medications as required.
• Review and verify laboratory equipment, ensure annual inspection of equipment and the negative pressure room, analyze equipment results, and notify appropriate staff of discrepancies.
• Monitor supply levels and expiration dates to ensure readiness and compliance.
• Participate in and represent the Florida Department of Health during community screening programs, outreach events, and education efforts for targeted populations.
• Provide cross-training support and coverage for various DOH Seminole programs, clinics, and other outreach activities as needed.
• Support quality assurance and quality/process improvement initiatives.
• Submit Employee Activity Records in a timely manner.
• Complete all mandatory trainings.
• Perform other duties as required, including working beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency, natural disaster, outbreak response, or terrorist event.

Benefits

• 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 contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed