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Career Description
Make a positive difference in our community and be a part of a dynamic and innovative team as the Supervising Public Health Microbiologist for the Public Health Laboratory program, Health Care Agency, County of Orange. ...
Only current employees of the Health Care Agency may apply for this recruitment.
Qualifications
Licensed required: Possession of a valid Public Health Microbiologist Certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health.
Education/Experience: Three years of experience performing the duties of a Public Health Microbiologist in an official public health laboratory in which the applicant did generalized public health Microbiological work. (A Master’s Degree in Medical or Public Health Bacteriology or Microbiology may be substituted for one year of required experience.)
Knowledge Of
• Microbiological principles and techniques.
• Equipment and terminology used in laboratory diagnosis of disease and abnormal conditions.
• Common causes of disease and of the methods of transmission and control of communicable disease.
• Principles of effective supervision.
Ability To
• Perform the more difficult laboratory tests and analyses.
• Supervise and train laboratory personnel.
• Analyze situations accurately and take effective action.
• Prepare reports.
The Program/Position
Public Health Laboratory provides specialized laboratory testing for assessing, investigating and analyzing health needs of the public. The positions are regular full time or extra help (no benefits). The work schedule may include some evening and weekend hours, but services are generally provided Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
Major Responsibilities For The Position Include
• Supervises and coordinates the work of public Health Microbiologists and laboratory assistants engaged in performing the standard day-to-day microbiological testing that is done primarily by standard operating procedures in the Mycobaceriology/Parasitology/Mycology department.
• Supervises the activities of and assists in planning the program for laboratory trainees.
• Prepares statistical, informational and technical reports and records.
• Assists microbiologists in revising sectional protocols and procedures.
• Investigates questionable test results and reviews reports for quality control of test results.
• Assists in fee studies for laboratory billing system.
• Consolidates, organizes and requisitions supplies and equipment.
• Reviews professional literature and relays pertinent information to laboratory staff.
• Advises public health professional staff and other members of the medical community in proper methods of specimen collection and in the interpretation of laboratory test results.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• The ability to follow policies and procedures accurately
• The ability to adhere to safety rules and precautions
Personal Attributes
In addition to the above, the ideal candidate will be/posses:
• Flexible, able to succeed in a dynamic and changing environment
• Superb organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize
• Committed to providing a high level of quality care
• A team player
• Demonstrate fair and consistent judgment
• Highly ethical and accountable
• Detail oriented
Health Care Agency
The Orange County Health Care Agency is a world-class organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the direction of the Agency Director, a dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of four service areas - Behavioral Health,
Medical and Institutional Health, Public Health, and Regulatory Health is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
ORANGE COUNTY – The Place To Work, Live And Play
Orange County is a desirable place to live – and is one of the premier employers in the region, as well as the second largest populated county in California. At the County you will find variety, individual opportunity, job satisfaction, and the pleasure of working with colleagues who are dedicated to making a positive difference.
Over the years, Orange County has established a reputation as an innovative leader among local governments and serves over 3,000,000 people who live within its 34 cities. Residents enjoy over 42 miles of pristine beaches, 3 major harbors, vast wilderness parks, beautiful nature preserves, and 250 miles of riding and hiking trails. Orange County has top rated attractions from Disneyland to several major professional sports teams, a wide range of cultural arts as well as some of the highest quality public and private schools in thenation. There is no doubt that Orange County is a great place to work, live and play.
Explore Your Benefits Possibilities
In addition to the County’s standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent management benefits package including: retirement plan, cafeteria plan, dental coverage, disability insurance, life insurance, annual education and professional reimbursement program, ability to participate in a 457 defined contribution program, and more.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities, which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed for any questions or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process.
Physical Requirements: Stamina to stand for up to two hours continuously at a workbench that is 37-38" high; ability to work while sitting for up to two or three hours continuously at a workbench that is 29-31" high; independent body mobility to sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, and use a step stool or short ladder; ability to exert sufficient force to lift or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds; manual dexterity to move fingers, wrists, hands or arms in any direction, pick up and manipulate or apply pressure to small objects such as microscopes, bacterial media plates and controls on automated equipment; wear protective gloves, lab coat, and other protective equipment to perform work; fine manual dexterity to work with bacterial loops, pipettes, test tubes, pipettes and other laboratory equipment, write legible labels, reports, or log entries by hand or using a keyboard; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably, using some technical terminology, in person and by telephone during operation of machinery; vision sufficient to read gauges, measuring instruments, fine or standard size text, and computer screen, and to discern small objects such as bacterial colonies; and color perception to discern colors, color changes and compare samples against standards, distinguish media, and see color ranges in media reactions.
Environmental Conditions: Will be required to work in an area with noise, odors, moisture, frequent interruption of daily repetitive tasks, and frequent abrupt changes in work schedule or assignments. Will work with infectious agents at a biohazard level of Class I to III daily; human specimens such as blood, stool, sputum and tissue and chemicals, (some hazardous). Work in fume hoods that are 35-37" in height where there is exposure to dangerous hazardous fumes and vapors and biological safety cabinets 37" in height to perform specific procedures with microorganisms; sit at a bio-hazardous hood, that provides a very confined space for hands and arms, and perform microbiological procedures effectively; and work in semi confined areas and aisles that are 4 feet wide.
Selection Procedure
The County of Orange Health Care Agency Human Resources will screen application materials to identify the candidates who represent the expertise most needed for the position. Candidates will be notified of their status in the competition.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
How To Apply
• To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this announcement.
• Only online applications will be considered.
• The primary mode of communication is via email. Please verify that your email address is correct and complete.
• You may Cut & Paste your resume into the Resume section of the online application.
For specific information regarding this recruitment, please contact Hilda Garcia at (714) 834-6119 or e-mail at hgarcia@ochca.com .
Additional Information
"Orange County, is an equal employment opportunity employer and
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply"
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
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I am a current employee of the County of Orange Health Care Agency.
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