Health Support Technician I- Peds ID

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

Job summary

The University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville seeks a Tester to provide HIV testing and outreach prevention services in the community. The role supports program planning, CAB activities, and outreach groups, locating testing sites through churches and community organizations.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience; HIV 101 training preferred and tester certification within 90 days. Veterans’ preference applies; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with one year of relevant experience.
• HIV 101 training preferred; certified HIV tester within 90 days of employment.
• 500/501 courses or equivalent certification required for tester role within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide HIV testing in a team setting and outreach prevention services.
• Assist in program planning and Community Advisory Board activities.
• Locate testing sites by visiting churches and community organizations.

Skills

HIV testing

Community outreach

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HIV 101 training

500/501 courses

Tools

HIV testing certification

CAB involvement

Job description

Job no: 541761
Work type: Staff 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

Classification Title

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.

Job Description

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.

$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.

Training certificate in HIV 101 preferred, and 500/501, certified HIV Tester required within first 90 days of employment..

Preferred

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.

Background Check is Required.

University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville: Visit this link to watch the video.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Work Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

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), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ .

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.

Health Assessment Required: yes

Advertised: 21 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 03 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.