State of Florida·Jacksonville, Florida
Supports the Mycobacteriology Department by maintaining quality control and quality assurance processes. Responsible for entering and verifying demographic information in the laboratory computer system and managing laboratory request forms.
08/07/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Open Competitive Florida Department of Health Bureau of Public Health Laboratories Jacksonville Laboratory This position is a full-time, in-office position Your Specific Responsibilities: This position requires understanding and command of fundamental principles and practices of arithmetic, office procedures, filing practices, medical data entry and essential computer skills. Supports Mycobacteriology Department with maintaining and improving quality control and quality assurance process. Responsible for entry and verification of demographic information in the laboratory computer system. Discrepancies between data on the laboratory requisition form and data that have been entered into the system must be corrected or referred to a supervisor for resolution. Uploads and sorts quality control and quality assurance paperwork in quality management system. Files laboratory request forms and cards generated by the Microscopy laboratory in a timely and accurate manner. Performs other related duties as required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of administrative principles and practices. Knowledge of office procedures and practices. Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data relating to administrative functions. Ability to accurately enter medical data into LIMS system. Ability to prepare correspondence and administrative reports. Ability to work independently and communicate effectively. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
Minimum - High school Diploma or Equivalent. Preferred - Associates degree or higher. Quality Control and Quality Assurance Experience. Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values: Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Annual and Sick Leave benefits; Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
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Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. Please be advised: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.
You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
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Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with an associate degree or higher preferred. Candidates should have knowledge of administrative principles and experience with medical data entry and quality assurance.
Market context
In Florida, senior clerk openings in healthcare settings often reflect steady demand for organized administrative support, especially where medical data entry and quality assurance are part of the work. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with an associate degree or higher, plus experience handling accurate records and routine office processes. Before applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting so you can quickly confirm fit and save research time.