Health Support Technician I- Peds ID

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking a Health Support Technician I- Peds ID for the Jacksonville Campus. The role provides HIV testing and outreach services, supporting CAB and community groups, and coordinating testing locations in partnership with the pediatric team.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with one year of relevant experience, and a Florida driver's license. HIV tester certification within 90 days is required; HIV-101 training is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.
• Florida driver's license required.
• HIV 101 training preferred, and 500/501, certified HIV Tester within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• The Tester works in a team to provide HIV testing and outreach prevention services in the community.
• The Tester assists in program planning/implementation including CAB and support groups.
• Locates testing sites by visiting churches, community agencies, and other organizations.

Skills

HIV testing

Communication

Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Health Support Technician I- Peds ID

Job No: 541761

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Jacksonville Campus

Categories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Counseling/Community Outreach/Social Work, Health Care Administration/Support

Department: 30090000 - JX-PEDIATRICS-JACKSONVILLE

Job Description

Classification Title: Health Support Technician I- Peds ID

Classification Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

The Tester works in a team setting to provide HIV testing and available for outreach prevention services in the community. The Tester will assist in program planning and implementation including Community Advisory Board (CAB) and support groups. Locates meeting places for testing by visiting churches, community agencies, and other organizations.

Expected Salary: $18-$21/hr

Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Valid Florida drivers' license required. Training certificate in HIV 101 preferred, and 500/501, certified HIV Tester required within first 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

At least 1-2 years' experience with HIV population preferred, either via work environment or participation in volunteer activities. Basic computer proficiency. Firsthand knowledge of living with HIV/AIDS. Certified HIV Tester- completed 500/501 courses.

Additional Information

This is a time-limited position. Time limited positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of time for which the position is available.

Background Check is Required.

Health Assessment Required: yes

Work Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is eligible for Veteran's preference.

Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at [phone] (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

Applications Close

03 November 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.