DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES

The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $437.50 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.

Public Health Scientist 1-3

Job Location:

Address:  250 N 17th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $55,902 - $74,778 

Grade: 22

Job Summary:

This position is under the Bacteriology section of the laboratory which provides statewide clinical diagnostic and reference testing services for bacterial agents that aid in the diagnosis, management, and surveillance of infectious diseases that are of public health importance. This position is responsible for following standard operating procedures for laboratory testing using a variety of complex testing methods including molecular methods and serological methods. In addition, this position may play a supportive role to other sections in the event of a disease outbreak or public health emergency. On-call rotation is required for this position.

Job Duties:

Perform complex and specialized microbiological and molecular test procedures on specimens/samples submitted for laboratory analysis.

Performs quality control testing as required by regulations; maintains appropriate regulations

Performs preventative maintenance of laboratory instruments. Orders and reorders supplies for work unit as needed.

Assist in the development and implementation of protocols for infectious diseases of public health importance.

On Call Duties

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:
- Microbiological, Molecular Biological and Medical terminology.
- Principles and practices of microbiology; microbiological/molecular biological laboratory methods, procedures, equipment, and technology.
- Microbiological media characteristics and uses.
- Quality control procedures and techniques
- Federal and State standards applicable to microbiological and chemical test procedures.
- Performance Management (PM), and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies.

Skill in:
- Microbiological and/or molecular biological laboratory testing and interpretation
- Good laboratory practices
- Using and caring for standard laboratory equipment
- Applying safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to:
- Establish and maintain effective work relationships.
- Communicate verbally and in writing.
- Maintain accurate laboratory notes.
- Write technical reports.
- Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.

Selective Preference(s):

Bachelor's degree required from an accredited college or university in a life science.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Driver's License.
Candidate must meet the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) minimum requirements for the performance of high complexity testing as defined in the CLIA §493.1489.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comp