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Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens.The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking multiple temporary Patient Care Assistant III providing support and traveling to the Creek, Kay, Lincoln, Noble, Osage, Pawnee, and Payne County Health Departments. These are temporary unclassified positions in state government. Duty station will be determined upon hire. The hourly salary for these positions are up to $16.00 based on education and experience. Position Description Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing direct and indirect non-professional nursing care or outreach services in a clinic, hospital, institution or home setting under nursing or medical supervision. This includes performing duties such as taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, and charting, escorting patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and ordering and receiving supplies. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions Job duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Administer COVID-19 specimen collection to members of the community. • Support the overall COVID-19 testing process. • Enter data into system for lab specimen. • Work as a courier transporting specimen, supplies, and any other necessary items. • Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens. • Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient's condition. • Performs delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared. • Escorts patients to and from various destinations. • Assists in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment. • Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions. • Participates in follow-up activities and tracking clients, schedules appointments and performs other related tasks. • Provides case finding and recruitment of at risk persons for comprehensive health services. • Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Three (3) years' experience in providing patient care. Preferred Qualification Certified Medical Assistant is preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required at this level include knowledge of the English language in order to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Additionally knowledge of public health services available to the community; of record keeping; of the techniques of interviewing, of basic nursing practices and techniques; of basic methods of sanitation and personal hygiene; and of medical terminology. Ability is required to apply basic nursing techniques. Also required knowledge of planning and organizing work assignments. Ability is also required to monitor and direct the work of others; to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Physical Demands and Work Environment Combination of office and exam offices. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Ability to physically stand for several hours with good mobility (for reaching into vehicles). Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. A valid driver's license is required. Use of N-95 respirator is required. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens.The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a temporary Licensed Practical Nurse II position providing support and traveling to the Creek, Kay, Lincoln, Noble, Osage, Pawnee, and Payne County Health Departments. This is a temporary unclassified position in state government. Duty station will be determined upon hire. The hourly salary for this position is up to $21.15 based on education and experience. Position Description : Positions in this job family are responsible for performing a full range of nursing assignments as a Licensed Practical Nurse and perform nursing task at the full performance level in providing care to patients or clients. Responsibilities will include providing guidance and training to others in completing routine nursing task and activities. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Administer COVID-19 specimen collection to members of the community. • Support the overall COVID-19 testing process.. • Enter data into system for lab specimen. • Will work under the direct supervision and delegation of a Registered Nurse. • Performs nursing procedures or specialized functions in accordance with knowledge, skills and licensure. • Provide contraceptive education and pregnancy testing. • Performing WIC assessments on women, infant and children who are eligible. • Obtaining height and weight checks, hemoglobin testing, and lead testing. • Educate parents on feeding habits for newborn babies and children to five years of age. • Educate pregnant women and moms on breastfeeding. • Issues breast pumps and instruct on how to use the pump and storage/handling of breast milk. • Educate on the proper storage, mixing and handling of formula. • Teaches basic nursing skills and related principles. • Assess immunizations records and give required immunizations to infant, children and adults. • Provide patient education on vaccines and possible side effects. • Assists in assessing, reporting, and recording health status of patients, families, and groups in a variety of settings. • Head checks for lice on children and adults. • Provide education for lice treatment and prevention. • Community outreach involves going to various sites, events and functions 1-2 times per year in the community to provide services and education on the services provided by the county health department for the community. • Participates in developing and implementing appropriate aspects of a plan of care. • Administers medications as ordered. • Reports appropriate patient information to supervisor or appropriate health team member. • Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a licensed practical nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and one year of practical nursing experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, practices, and theory, of medical terminology, and of infection control measures. Ability is required to exercise sound judgment; to follow detailed oral or written instructions; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Demonstrated ability to provide nursing care to patients or clients. Physical Demands and Work Environment Must be able to move to provide examinations 80% of the time. Combination of office and exam offices. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Hepatitis B vaccination and TB test required. Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Ability to physically stand for several hours with good mobility (for reaching into vehicles). A valid driver's license is required. Work related travel required. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Use of N-95 respirator is required. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens.The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a part-time Administrative Technician III (Temporary) providing support to Creek Health Department. This is an unclassified position (PIN#34000941) in state government, located in Sapulpa, OK. The hourly salary for this position is up to $17.00 an hour based on education and experience This position has preferred qualifications: Bilingual Speaker in English and Spanish, ability to communicate verbally and in writing with English/Spanish speaking respondents. Position Description: • This position will provide English/Spanish interpreter and interpretation services to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) clients within the Creek County Health Department with LEP clients. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions • Support OSDH in Title VI mandated requirements to provide Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients/patients/customers access to public health resources. • Facilitates access to services for LEP clients through the utilization of medical terminology to interpret documents, correspondence, forms, questionnaires (both written and verbal), pamphlets and other materials from English to Spanish. • Interpret for clients/staff in order to communicate public health information and/or personal medical/health information. Interprets either in person or via the telephone. • Contributes to the organizations overall strategic efforts in the elimination of health disparities through the development of partnerships in minority populations. • Be a resource for LEP clients by recognizing indications of problems, gathering information, analyzing situations, reaching conclusions, working with others, and initiating appropriate action. • This position provides clerical support and is responsible for closing client records. Serves as frontline to customer services to patients in this large county. Responsible for printing WIC vouchers, answering phones, entering BCD's, accepting payments, PAR entry and record disposition. Duties include, but are not limited to: The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: • Initiates and handles correspondence relating to a special field or program in regards to agency or program rules, policies, procedures, or requirements. • Performs a variety of sorting and filing tasks; answers the phone, takes messages, and disseminates information; opens, sorts, distributes, collects, and delivers mail; performs a number of tasks such as posting and recording data. • Examines, checks, and verifies reports and other documents for completeness, appropriateness, adequacy, and conformity to established requirements, and follows up on discrepancies. • Maintains an inventory of equipment and supplies used in office or shop operations; receives or delivers materials and equipment. • Assists customers in securing needed information and documents; conducts interviews to obtain information from clients; provides translation or other assistance to clients as required. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Education and Experience Experience translating and/or interpreting English to Spanish and Spanish to English. Education and experience requirements at this level consist of two years of clerical office experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of office methods and procedures; and of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and basic mathematics. Skill is required to operate office machines including computers/PCs. Ability is required to follow oral and written instructions and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to translate from Spanish to English for several programs including Family Planning, Women, Infant and Children, General Clinic and Children First programs. To independently follow established protocols, encourage respondents to prove and clarify if needed and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Plus knowledge of preparing and interpreting charts and graphs; of basic bookkeeping procedures; of mathematics; of inventory techniques; of telephone procedures; and of standard business communications. Ability is required to establish and maintain filing systems and to prepare documents. Plus knowledge of current office technologies; and ability to prepare documents, reports, and files for dissemination to external sources. Physical Demands and Work Environment Combination of office and exam offices. Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens.The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a part time Patient Care Assistant III providing support to the Creek Health Department. This is an unclassified position (PIN# 34003027) in state government, located in Sapulpa, OK. The hourly salary for this position is up to $17.15 based on education and experience Regional travel will be required as needed within District #3 (Creek, Kay, Lincoln, Noble, Osage, Pawnee, and Payne County Health Departments). Position will act as a courier for the agency. Position Description: Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing direct and indirect non-professional nursing care or outreach services in a clinic, hospital, institution or home setting under nursing or medical supervision. This includes performing duties such as taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, and charting, escorting patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and ordering and receiving supplies. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This position is time-limited and will end on December 31, 2020. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Administer COVID-19 specimen collection to members of the community. • Support the overall COVID-19 testing process. • Work as a courier transporting specimen, supplies, and any other necessary items. • Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens. • Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient's condition. • Performs delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared. • Escorts patients to and from various destinations. • Assists in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment. • Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions. • Participates in follow-up activities and tracking clients, schedules appointments and performs other related tasks. • Provides case finding and recruitment of at risk persons for comprehensive health services. Education and Experience Three (3) years' experience in providing patient care. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required at this level include knowledge of the English language in order to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Physical Demands and Work Environment Combination of office and exam offices. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Ability to physically stand for several hours with good mobility (for reaching into vehicles). Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. A valid driver's license is required. Use of N-95 respirator is required. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous