SENIOR CLERK - 64004133 Date: Sep 24, 2024 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 838231 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: SENIOR CLERK - 64004133 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64004133 Salary: $32,760.00 - $33,800.00 Posting Closing Date: 10/08/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. Your Specific Responsibilities: The person in this position will be reporting to and assisting a registered pharmacist in the preparation and distribution of pharmaceuticals in a County Health Department. This individual will work under the supervision of the pharmacy manager. This person will be responsible for the distribution of prescribed medications and performing such technical functions as receiving, packaging, labeling, recording, and obtaining information from clients. Selected immunizations are a prerequisite for this position. This incumbent works under the professional guidance of the pharmacy manager. Performs direct client services to each pharmacy encounter as instructed by the pharmaceutical program manager. The incumbent receives the physical prescription from the patient from the intake window, verifies patient eligibility and insurance data. Verifies patient information for accuracy and completeness. This individual will hand the medication to the patient at the time of pick up, collecting signatures. The incumbent will also cull pick up bins and remove bags that have not been picked up by patients and give to pharmacy staff to return to stock. Additionally, this person will collect any money from patients that is due to the pharmacy and provide all accounting, reports and information regarding thereof. Performs other support services such as: Organizing, ordering, and maintaining records of all pharmacy supplies and inventory and restocks such daily or as needed. This individual performs other technical duties while always maintaining the pharmacy areas in a clean and orderly manner utilizing all necessary safety precautions. This incumbent willingly participates in special projects as assigned by the pharmacist on duty or the pharmaceutical program manager. Performs other duties as necessary and attends in staff development activities such as staff meetings and in-service education, as well as emergency duties for disaster response. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis. + Knowledge of basic management principles and practices. + Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document workflow and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices. + Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written material. + Ability to conduct fact-finding research. + Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. + Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities. + Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. + Ability to communicate effectively. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 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: William L. Little Health and Human Services Center 2200 Ringling Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34237 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: + 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 contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com ) + Flexible Spending Accounts + Tuition waiver + And more! For a more complete list of benefits, 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. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 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. 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 (1-877-562-7287). 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. Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country. If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287. Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates 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. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: SARASOTA, FL, US, 34237 Nearest Major Market:Sarasota Nearest Secondary Market:Tampa