Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: May 13, 2025 Required documents uploaded by: May 13, 2025 Kansas Department of Health and Environment: Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State's Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans. Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. KDHE does not provide sponsorships for this position. E-Verify: Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here. http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/ About the Position * Who can apply: KDHE (Agency Only) * Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified * Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time * Regular/Temporary: Regular * Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available) * Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes * Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes * Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position. Compensation: * Pay Range: * Laboratory Technician - $18.23 - $19.60 per hour * Laboratory Technician II - $19.60 - $21.07 per hour * Laboratory Technician III - $21.07 - $22.65 per hour * Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities Position Summary: The position (K0241842): Mobile Laboratory Technician: Will be dealing directly with the public. Must be available for travel with the potential for overnight stays. Will be deploying with (or without) the KDHE Mobile Laboratory to assist communities with their disease response or educational purposes. Drive Mobile Laboratory as needed. Enter patient demographics and collection info into iPad on site, and print barcode for tube. Run rapid testing on location or transport specimens back to the Lab in Topeka. Perform STAT specimen collections on site as needed. Assist education team as needed. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Data Entry: Enter (typing & scanning) into computer database all pertinent specimen/sample demographic information from submission forms and faxes submitted on day of receipt. Maintain knowledge of all laboratory programs (Health & Environment) and perform demographic data entry for all laboratory sections. Data entry errors shall not exceed 1% before checking and be totally error-free after checking. Responsible for accuracy of data transferred into laboratory information management system and responsible to identify and correct problems identified. Filing and Records Storage: According to departmental and lab-wide protocols, ensure that all laboratory sample submission forms and accompanying paperwork are scanned into the laboratory's computer system and are available to staff through the laboratory's optical retrieval system; and available in an appropriate manual system according to the required holding times. Qualifications * Education: * Licensing & Certification: * Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State. * Minimum Qualifications: * Laboratory Technician * Laboratory Technician II * Laboratory Technician III * Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, or chemistry. * Experience in laboratory procedure/analysis. * Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: * HIPPA training must be completed within one month of hire; Blood Borne Pathogens training and Shipping and Packing of Hazardous Materials; Category A Infectious Substances and Category B Biological and Chemical Substances must be completed within six months of hire. Recruiter Contact Information Name: Hope Stover Email: [email protected] Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612 Job Application Process * First Sign in or register as a New User. * Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications. * Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications. * Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete. * Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page. * Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter. * Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page * Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications page Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How to Apply for a Job - Instructions" and "How to Search for a Job - Instructions" Required Documents for this Application to be Complete Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page Transcripts DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference) Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application * Resume * Cover Letter Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents" How to Claim Veterans Preference Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to [email protected], or can be mailed/delivered in person to: ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator Office of Personnel Services Landon State Office Building 900 SW Jackson, Rm 401 Topeka, KS 66612 Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.