HEALTH SUPPORT AIDE - 64080191

Requisition No: 883173 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: HEALTH SUPPORT AIDE - 64080191 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64080191 Salary: $38,000.00 - $41,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 10/22/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Job posting category : Open Competitive, Pending Reclassification Your Specific Responsibilities: This position provides health support services to clients in the Leon County Health Department under the supervision of the licensed clinician and/or registered nurse. Duties include: Patient Intake and Clinical Support Direct flow of patients for services. Assist physician, practitioner, and nurses. Assist with screenings and provide approved education and support. Prepare and stock rooms; maintain clinical areas and equipment. Promptly communicate patient needs to nurse or provider. Phlebotomy and Laboratory Operations Perform phlebotomy and specimen collections using proper identification, labeling, and infection-control procedures. Verify orders, specimens, containers, labels and requisitions for accuracy. Process, store, and package specimens according to laboratory requirements. Coordinate shipments, complete final specimen checks, and document pickup. Maintain laboratory cleanliness, equipment, and required logs. Medication and Supply Inventory Management Coordinate medication and clinic supply inventory under designated oversight. Receive and verify deliveries, document receipt, and report discrepancies or damage. Maintain inventory quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates, as applicable. Monitor stock and request replenishment before shortages occur. Rotate stock and separate expired or compromised items according to procedures. Complete inventory counts and assists with reconciliation. Refugee Health Program Support Support appointment scheduling, referrals, and follow-up provider/nursing direction. Assist with program records and tracking of outstanding services needed. If needed, transport laboratory specimens, medication, literature, mail, and other needed materials between offices, training sites and community-based agencies . Other Duties Perform other duties as required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar; understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Knowing how to find information and identifying essential information. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems. Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint applications, Florida Emergency Health Volunteer Registry, and Internet browsers. Listening to what people are saying and asking questions as appropriate, talking to others to effectively convey information. Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Knowledge of privacy laws to protect confidentiality, including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and applicable state and local privacy laws. Qualifications: Preferred – 1 year or more of phlebotomy experience Salary Range: $38,000 - $41,000 Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values: 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: I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely. C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect. R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement. Where You Will Work: Leon County Health Department in Tallahassee, Florida The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paychec…

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