LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y4977Q FILING DATES: September 22, 2020 at 8:00 A.M., (PT) Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and are subject to closure without notice. Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering a 20% bonus for full-time Phlebotomy Technician I, hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 26 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.5 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Performs venipuncture and skin puncture to obtain blood specimens from patients for diagnostic testing in a medical or clinical laboratory. Essential Job Functions Verifies patient's identification, reviews specimen requisition and testing instructions from physicians and obtains specimens of patient blood for diagnostic testing by means of venipuncture or skin puncture methodology utilizing a syringe, vacutainer, lancet or other approved technique. Assembles testing equipment such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol work on tray, according to requirements for specified test or procedures. Calms and reassures patients who are anxious or apprehensive about having blood specimen drawn; explains to patient why specimen is needed in order to elicit cooperation. Prepares blood samples obtained for diagnostic testing in laboratory. Labels blood sample drawn accurately. Fixes blood specimen on glass slide by utilizing edge of another glass slide to smear a drop of blood across its surface for the purpose of microscopic examination by other personnel, as needed. Carries or otherwise forwards all labeled blood specimens drawn to appropriate laboratory for analysis. Receives and processes patient specimens by centrifuging, making primary inoculations of media, preparing and staining of smears and/or plates, and operating semi and fully automated equipment, as needed. Records and transcribes laboratory test requests and results from lab reports and worksheets into a permanent log or computer, as needed. Sorts and routes laboratory reports to patient's ward or clinics, as needed. Participates in the facility, department and section Quality Assurance/Assessment activities. Performs related duties as assigned. Performs the duties of a Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Attendant as needed Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Six (6) months of experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Laboratory Assistant*. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S): A valid certificate to practice as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services (CA DHS-LFS) Phlebotomy Program.** A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be awarded for additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: Light: Light Physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the Level of Laboratory Assistant in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Assists laboratory personnel in the performance of standard laboratory tests on human and other specimens or assigns, trains, and reviews the work of a group of lower-level laboratory positions. **Applicants must attach a valid, legible photocopy of their Certificate issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services (CA DHS-LFS) Phlebotomy Program to the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. No out-of-out class experience will be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 100% Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every six (6) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Some candidates may be required to work in the Float Pool at various facilities. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add MRivas2@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The “see resume” of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. Comments such as “see resume or application” will not be considered as a response. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Michelle Rivas at MRivas2@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include your name, the exam number, and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Michelle Rivas MRivas2@dhs.lacounty.gov Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y4977Q FILING DATES: September 22, 2020 at 8:00 A.M., (PT) Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and are subject to closure without notice. Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering a 20% bonus for full-time Phlebotomy Technician I, hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 26 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.5 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Performs venipuncture and skin puncture to obtain blood specimens from patients for diagnostic testing in a medical or clinical laboratory. Essential Job Functions Verifies patient's identification, reviews specimen requisition and testing instructions from physicians and obtains specimens of patient blood for diagnostic testing by means of venipuncture or skin puncture methodology utilizing a syringe, vacutainer, lancet or other approved technique. Assembles testing equipment such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol work on tray, according to requirements for specified test or procedures. Calms and reassures patients who are anxious or apprehensive about having blood specimen drawn; explains to patient why specimen is needed in order to elicit cooperation. Prepares blood samples obtained for diagnostic testing in laboratory. Labels blood sample drawn accurately. Fixes blood specimen on glass slide by utilizing edge of another glass slide to smear a drop of blood across its surface for the purpose of microscopic examination by other personnel, as needed. Carries or otherwise forwards all labeled blood specimens drawn to appropriate laboratory for analysis. Receives and processes patient specimens by centrifuging, making primary inoculations of media, preparing and staining of smears and/or plates, and operating semi and fully automated equipment, as needed. Records and transcribes laboratory test requests and results from lab reports and worksheets into a permanent log or computer, as needed. Sorts and routes laboratory reports to patient's ward or clinics, as needed. Participates in the facility, department and section Quality Assurance/Assessment activities. Performs related duties as assigned. Performs the duties of a Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Attendant as needed Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Six (6) months of experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Laboratory Assistant*. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S): A valid certificate to practice as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services (CA DHS-LFS) Phlebotomy Program.** A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be awarded for additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: Light: Light Physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the Level of Laboratory Assistant in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Assists laboratory personnel in the performance of standard laboratory tests on human and other specimens or assigns, trains, and reviews the work of a group of lower-level laboratory positions. **Applicants must attach a valid, legible photocopy of their Certificate issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services (CA DHS-LFS) Phlebotomy Program to the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. No out-of-out class experience will be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 100% Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every six (6) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Some candidates may be required to work in the Float Pool at various facilities. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add MRivas2@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The “see resume” of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. Comments such as “see resume or application” will not be considered as a response. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Michelle Rivas at MRivas2@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include your name, the exam number, and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Michelle Rivas MRivas2@dhs.lacounty.gov Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Contra Costa County, CA
Contra Costa County, California, United States
The Position The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 2024 5% on July 1, 2025 Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - Health Services Unit Contra Costa County Health Services Department is accepting applications to fill several Laboratory Technician positions, which may be assigned to the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center in Martinez or Health Centers located in East, West and Central County. Laboratory Technician ll is the journey-level position in this classification series. Under supervision, the Laboratory Technician assists licensed and certified personnel in specimen collection and processing. Incumbents collect blood and urine samples from patients and process these specimens including entry and receipt of specimens in Laboratory Information Systems; in addition to assisting Clinical Laboratory Scientists with performing testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, parasitology, immunology, virology, mycobacteriology, mycology, urinalysis, coagulation, and performing other related work as required. To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr The employment list established as a result of this examination may remain in effect for six (6) months . Typical Tasks Collects blood and urine samples from patients and processes these specimens including entry/receipt of specimens in Laboratory Information System (LIS), centrifugation, and distribution/sending to reference laboratories Assists Clinical Laboratory Scientists in the performance of testing in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis and other areas as assigned. Results are verified by a scientist Assists physician in the obtaining and staining of bone marrow specimens May be assigned to assist the Pathologist in the conduct of autopsies May provide training and work direction to Laboratory Technician I Assists laboratory scientists to maintain testing equipment Prepares various reagents and specimens for testing and analysis by licensed and certified personnel Makes gram stains and streaks culture plates May prepares specimens for transportation from collection sites to main laboratory and receives specimens from collections sites at the main laboratory Monitors room and refrigerator temperatures Greets patients, customers, members of the public and other County staff; answers phones and performs other duties as required Provides and promotes excellent customer service for all internal and external customers Performs record keeping, labeling, filing and other related duties Receives and stores laboratory supplies and assists in maintaining inventory Assists in the entry of reference laboratory and point of care results Assists in laboratory data collection Minimum Qualifications License: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process. Certificate: Must possess and maintain a current, valid Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services Branch. Experience: One (1) year of full-time, or its equivalent, experience drawing blood. Other Requirements: A background investigation/fingerprint and/or physical exam may be required prior to the start of employment. A COMPLETED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE IS REQUIRED. AN APPLICATION SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AND WILL THEREFORE BE DISQUALIFIED. Selection Process 1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. 2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination. 3. Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire (Weighted 100%). The examination steps noted above may be changed in accordance with the County's Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
The Position The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 2024 5% on July 1, 2025 Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - Health Services Unit Contra Costa County Health Services Department is accepting applications to fill several Laboratory Technician positions, which may be assigned to the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center in Martinez or Health Centers located in East, West and Central County. Laboratory Technician ll is the journey-level position in this classification series. Under supervision, the Laboratory Technician assists licensed and certified personnel in specimen collection and processing. Incumbents collect blood and urine samples from patients and process these specimens including entry and receipt of specimens in Laboratory Information Systems; in addition to assisting Clinical Laboratory Scientists with performing testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, parasitology, immunology, virology, mycobacteriology, mycology, urinalysis, coagulation, and performing other related work as required. To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr The employment list established as a result of this examination may remain in effect for six (6) months . Typical Tasks Collects blood and urine samples from patients and processes these specimens including entry/receipt of specimens in Laboratory Information System (LIS), centrifugation, and distribution/sending to reference laboratories Assists Clinical Laboratory Scientists in the performance of testing in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis and other areas as assigned. Results are verified by a scientist Assists physician in the obtaining and staining of bone marrow specimens May be assigned to assist the Pathologist in the conduct of autopsies May provide training and work direction to Laboratory Technician I Assists laboratory scientists to maintain testing equipment Prepares various reagents and specimens for testing and analysis by licensed and certified personnel Makes gram stains and streaks culture plates May prepares specimens for transportation from collection sites to main laboratory and receives specimens from collections sites at the main laboratory Monitors room and refrigerator temperatures Greets patients, customers, members of the public and other County staff; answers phones and performs other duties as required Provides and promotes excellent customer service for all internal and external customers Performs record keeping, labeling, filing and other related duties Receives and stores laboratory supplies and assists in maintaining inventory Assists in the entry of reference laboratory and point of care results Assists in laboratory data collection Minimum Qualifications License: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process. Certificate: Must possess and maintain a current, valid Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services Branch. Experience: One (1) year of full-time, or its equivalent, experience drawing blood. Other Requirements: A background investigation/fingerprint and/or physical exam may be required prior to the start of employment. A COMPLETED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE IS REQUIRED. AN APPLICATION SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AND WILL THEREFORE BE DISQUALIFIED. Selection Process 1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. 2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination. 3. Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire (Weighted 100%). The examination steps noted above may be changed in accordance with the County's Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits
California State University (CSU) Northridge
18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330, USA
CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun . Major Duties Under general supervision, the Laboratory Technician engages in human genomics research, and is primarily responsible for supporting faculty, keeping all experiments running in the research lab, and training students (research assistants). The incumbent performs comprehensive support services and assists with performing genomics and molecular biology experiments, including isolating peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) from blood samples, processing samples for scRNAseq, extracting DNA from samples (mostly buccal swab); run Bioanalyzer/TapeStation, building NGS genomic libraries (DNA and RNA sequencing), etc. Additional duties are as follows: Manages lab ordering, invoicing, budgeting, record keeping, and generating quotes, and oversees sample storage to make sure they are properly stored. Assists in maintaining regulatory compliance, manages equipment maintenance (i.e., request repair or calibration when needed), maintains lab inventory (reagents, consumables), and places purchase orders when needed. Trains new undergraduate and graduate students in the lab (1-4 students per year), and assists with scheduling. Performs other duties as assigned. *NOTE: To view the full position description including all of the required qualifications copy and paste this link into your browser: https://rb.gy/xn4uw Qualifications Equivalent to three (3) years of full-time experience as a Lab Technician or Research Assistant in a genetics, molecular biology, genomics lab, or a related unit or discipline. Equivalent to an Associate’s degree with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for one year of the required experience; OR equivalent to Bachelor’s degree with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for two years of the required experience. Experience with Excel and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation is highly preferred. Experience with single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNAseq) and phlebotomy is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of: the principles of performing support services; the principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline; the materials and supplies related to the discipline. Ability and specialized skills to: plan, organize, and schedule activities; operate technical equipment related to the discipline; maintain records; ability to adjust and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific equipment; work independently and as part of a team under general supervision. Ability to: work effectively and sensitively with culturally diverse constituencies; organize activities to achieve an end in a timely manner; work with attention to detail and exercise good judgment; recognize and solve problems; read, understand, interpret, and implement technical riders and other written documents; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; provide good customer service; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more. Classification/grade: 1617 / Instructional Support Tech II / 1 The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $3135 - $3750 (PTE) per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $3135 - $5440 (PTE) per month. HOURS: Part Time; 30 hours per week; Monday through Friday, with flexibility for 20-40 hours per week. TEMP: This is a Temporary-renewable position, end date to be determined. The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 days remote); however, this is subject to change based on laboratory and/or operational needs. General Information Applications received through August 7, 2023, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled. This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. Equal Employment Opportunity CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101. Advertised: Jul 06 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun . Major Duties Under general supervision, the Laboratory Technician engages in human genomics research, and is primarily responsible for supporting faculty, keeping all experiments running in the research lab, and training students (research assistants). The incumbent performs comprehensive support services and assists with performing genomics and molecular biology experiments, including isolating peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) from blood samples, processing samples for scRNAseq, extracting DNA from samples (mostly buccal swab); run Bioanalyzer/TapeStation, building NGS genomic libraries (DNA and RNA sequencing), etc. Additional duties are as follows: Manages lab ordering, invoicing, budgeting, record keeping, and generating quotes, and oversees sample storage to make sure they are properly stored. Assists in maintaining regulatory compliance, manages equipment maintenance (i.e., request repair or calibration when needed), maintains lab inventory (reagents, consumables), and places purchase orders when needed. Trains new undergraduate and graduate students in the lab (1-4 students per year), and assists with scheduling. Performs other duties as assigned. *NOTE: To view the full position description including all of the required qualifications copy and paste this link into your browser: https://rb.gy/xn4uw Qualifications Equivalent to three (3) years of full-time experience as a Lab Technician or Research Assistant in a genetics, molecular biology, genomics lab, or a related unit or discipline. Equivalent to an Associate’s degree with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for one year of the required experience; OR equivalent to Bachelor’s degree with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for two years of the required experience. Experience with Excel and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation is highly preferred. Experience with single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNAseq) and phlebotomy is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of: the principles of performing support services; the principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline; the materials and supplies related to the discipline. Ability and specialized skills to: plan, organize, and schedule activities; operate technical equipment related to the discipline; maintain records; ability to adjust and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific equipment; work independently and as part of a team under general supervision. Ability to: work effectively and sensitively with culturally diverse constituencies; organize activities to achieve an end in a timely manner; work with attention to detail and exercise good judgment; recognize and solve problems; read, understand, interpret, and implement technical riders and other written documents; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; provide good customer service; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more. Classification/grade: 1617 / Instructional Support Tech II / 1 The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $3135 - $3750 (PTE) per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $3135 - $5440 (PTE) per month. HOURS: Part Time; 30 hours per week; Monday through Friday, with flexibility for 20-40 hours per week. TEMP: This is a Temporary-renewable position, end date to be determined. The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 days remote); however, this is subject to change based on laboratory and/or operational needs. General Information Applications received through August 7, 2023, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled. This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. Equal Employment Opportunity CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101. Advertised: Jul 06 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5606I FILING START DATE December 21, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOST TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD, ADD INFORMATION ON LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES (DHS), THE DHS MISSION, AND THE FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Assists in the examination, treatment and care of patients in a hospital emergency department, under the supervision of a physician. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the technical guidance of a physician and work as a member of an emergency medical team assisting physicians, nurses and physician assistants by providing basic technical supportive services to patient care in an emergency department. These positions are characterized by the performance of patient care services that do not require diagnosis, treatment, or tasks that are invasive or that require a medical evaluation or assessment. Incumbents work in accordance with standardized procedures and scope of practice and training protocols established by the Department of Emergency Medicine. We are looking for an individual who is: A licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or U.S. Military Medical Corpsman with experience providing emergency medical care. Motivated and eager to assist medical and nursing staff in a dynamic environment Able to prioritize, multitask and quickly adapt to changes in work flow Knowledgeable in use of medical equipment and technology used in emergency medical care. Able to perform work with integrity while demonstrating respect, compassion and regard for patients, visitors, and coworkers to ensure a professional and courteous environment. A team-player with a positive attitude and effective interpersonal and organizational skills Willing to work with a variety of patients (i.e., psychiatric, substance-use disorders, homeless, inmates, etc.) Essential Job Functions Serves as a member of the Department of Emergency Medicine's emergency response teams, including Code Green, Code Triage, Disaster, Decon, and Lift Teams. Assists nursing staff with patient triage, including taking vital and orthostatic vital signs, and with patient flow, patient transport and other supportive services. Assists physicians with procedures such as lumbar puncture or thoracentesis by preparing the room and patient for the procedure. Splints sprains; removes casts and other external devices from patients. Performs venipuncture on patients for laboratory tests and cultures. Prepares patients for examinations, including positioning, draping, disinfecting treatment sites and passing instruments; cleaning, irrigating and debriding wounds and burns; applying and/or removing dressings and bandages; collecting urine and other specimens, and preserving them for laboratory testing; taking cardiac electro-diagram tracings. Conducts daily inspections of all equipment used in the emergency treatment areas to ensure proper functioning and availability, and assist in the initial cleaning of equipment prior to transport to central services for sterilization. Stocks and prepares examination rooms and treatment areas, including ensuring adequate levels of supplies, cleaning instruments, changing linen, exchanging solutions and maintaining cleanliness. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Option I: One (1) year of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician in a hospital emergency department or pre-hospital care setting* within the last three (3) years and a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by one of the approved California Certifying agencies listed at https://emsa.ca.gov/local-ems-agencies/ Option II: One (1) year of experience in the provision of emergency medical care as a medical corpsman in a military setting or acute care hospital within the last three (3) years and Certificate of completion of a U.S. Military Medical Corpsman Training Program**. CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A valid and current certificate to practice as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT1) issued by the California Department of Public Health is required within six (6) months from the time of appointment and as a condition of completing probation). A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider (CPR & AED) certification from the American Heart Association.*** A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Please ensure the Certificates and Licenses Section is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s) and/or certificate(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for each license and/or certificate as specified in the Selection Requirements. PHYSICAL CLASS: III - Moderate: T his job requires moderate physical effort which may include standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * Pre-hospital care setting is defined as: any setting where medical care is given by a licensed EMT to an ill or injured patient before the patient reaches the hospital emergency department. ** If qualifying under Option II, Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their Certificate of Completion of a U.S. Military Corpsman Training Program to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of certification will be rejected. *** Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification from the American Heart Association to their application at the time of filing or email a copy to the exam analyst, Luz Pascual at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. No withhold or out-of-class experience will be accepted for this examination. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements at the time of filing. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification: Additional experience, within the last three (3) years, in excess of the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only at www.governmentjobs.com/career/lacounty. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. You may be required to verify your email address when logging in to the GovernmentJobs portal of the County's employment website. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Do not group your experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment is made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION OR RESCISSION OF APPOINMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three elements: ACTION you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that action, and the BENEFIT that was realized from your action. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst at Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your full name (as it appears on your online application), the exam number, and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-6365 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5606I FILING START DATE December 21, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOST TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD, ADD INFORMATION ON LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES (DHS), THE DHS MISSION, AND THE FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Assists in the examination, treatment and care of patients in a hospital emergency department, under the supervision of a physician. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the technical guidance of a physician and work as a member of an emergency medical team assisting physicians, nurses and physician assistants by providing basic technical supportive services to patient care in an emergency department. These positions are characterized by the performance of patient care services that do not require diagnosis, treatment, or tasks that are invasive or that require a medical evaluation or assessment. Incumbents work in accordance with standardized procedures and scope of practice and training protocols established by the Department of Emergency Medicine. We are looking for an individual who is: A licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or U.S. Military Medical Corpsman with experience providing emergency medical care. Motivated and eager to assist medical and nursing staff in a dynamic environment Able to prioritize, multitask and quickly adapt to changes in work flow Knowledgeable in use of medical equipment and technology used in emergency medical care. Able to perform work with integrity while demonstrating respect, compassion and regard for patients, visitors, and coworkers to ensure a professional and courteous environment. A team-player with a positive attitude and effective interpersonal and organizational skills Willing to work with a variety of patients (i.e., psychiatric, substance-use disorders, homeless, inmates, etc.) Essential Job Functions Serves as a member of the Department of Emergency Medicine's emergency response teams, including Code Green, Code Triage, Disaster, Decon, and Lift Teams. Assists nursing staff with patient triage, including taking vital and orthostatic vital signs, and with patient flow, patient transport and other supportive services. Assists physicians with procedures such as lumbar puncture or thoracentesis by preparing the room and patient for the procedure. Splints sprains; removes casts and other external devices from patients. Performs venipuncture on patients for laboratory tests and cultures. Prepares patients for examinations, including positioning, draping, disinfecting treatment sites and passing instruments; cleaning, irrigating and debriding wounds and burns; applying and/or removing dressings and bandages; collecting urine and other specimens, and preserving them for laboratory testing; taking cardiac electro-diagram tracings. Conducts daily inspections of all equipment used in the emergency treatment areas to ensure proper functioning and availability, and assist in the initial cleaning of equipment prior to transport to central services for sterilization. Stocks and prepares examination rooms and treatment areas, including ensuring adequate levels of supplies, cleaning instruments, changing linen, exchanging solutions and maintaining cleanliness. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Option I: One (1) year of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician in a hospital emergency department or pre-hospital care setting* within the last three (3) years and a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by one of the approved California Certifying agencies listed at https://emsa.ca.gov/local-ems-agencies/ Option II: One (1) year of experience in the provision of emergency medical care as a medical corpsman in a military setting or acute care hospital within the last three (3) years and Certificate of completion of a U.S. Military Medical Corpsman Training Program**. CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A valid and current certificate to practice as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT1) issued by the California Department of Public Health is required within six (6) months from the time of appointment and as a condition of completing probation). A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider (CPR & AED) certification from the American Heart Association.*** A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Please ensure the Certificates and Licenses Section is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s) and/or certificate(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for each license and/or certificate as specified in the Selection Requirements. PHYSICAL CLASS: III - Moderate: T his job requires moderate physical effort which may include standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * Pre-hospital care setting is defined as: any setting where medical care is given by a licensed EMT to an ill or injured patient before the patient reaches the hospital emergency department. ** If qualifying under Option II, Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their Certificate of Completion of a U.S. Military Corpsman Training Program to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of certification will be rejected. *** Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification from the American Heart Association to their application at the time of filing or email a copy to the exam analyst, Luz Pascual at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. No withhold or out-of-class experience will be accepted for this examination. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements at the time of filing. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification: Additional experience, within the last three (3) years, in excess of the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only at www.governmentjobs.com/career/lacounty. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. You may be required to verify your email address when logging in to the GovernmentJobs portal of the County's employment website. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Do not group your experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment is made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION OR RESCISSION OF APPOINMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three elements: ACTION you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that action, and the BENEFIT that was realized from your action. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst at Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your full name (as it appears on your online application), the exam number, and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-6365 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here