Express Testing Specialist (Central / North Austin)

Texas Health Action (THA) is a community-informed non-profit organization dedicated to providing access to culturally affirming, quality health services in a safe and supportive environment, with an expertise in serving LGBTQIA+ people and those impacted by HIV. THA's programs include Kind Clinic & Waterloo Counseling Center. Read more about THA here : http : / / texashealthaction.org .

THA’s Kind Clinic Express Testing Specialist is responsible for providing safe, confidential HIV and STI testing to eligible patients in Austin and surrounding areas. This is an in-person role and reports to the Clinic Administrator. This is a full-time, non-exempt position requiring 40 hours a week with variable schedule including some night and weekend hours.

What you would do :

• Effectively room and perform Express Testing visit according to established protocols and procedures.
• Provides culturally competent, anonymous and confidential HIV and STI testing including delivery of results and education.
• Assess patients based on established criteria to ensure eligibility for Express Testing.
• Performs phlebotomy routinely to facilitate testing encounters and processes lab specimens as needed during clinic hours or operation.
• Act as a liaison between the laboratory, clinician, and patients.
• Evaluate provider requests for accuracy and completeness, orders, verify labeling / identification, and follow appropriate protocol in handling specimens.
• Thoroughly clean / stock exam rooms.
• Complete all visit and laboratory documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist clinic staff and Clinic Administrator in monitoring inventory levels and verify receipt of supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Utilize and promotes infection control measures and universal precautions to maintain high quality of health and safety during clinic operation.
• Complete annual clinical competencies.
• Maintain a system of confidentiality according to clinic’s policies and procedures and per HIPAA guidelines.
• Participate in staff planning, in-service, and other meetings as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation

Based on job duties and requirements, this position has an hourly rate of $20.80.

Applicant Information

EEO Statement : Texas Health Action is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Requirements

Education and Licensure

Experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

Benefits