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Position Summary The Health Sciences Lab Technician will provide laboratory assistance and support the Health Sciences Department. The Health Sciences Lab Technician performs laboratory and administrative work. The Health Sciences Lab Technician will adhere to the policies as specified by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the Drake State Community and Technical College Faculty and Staff Handbook. Salary: Appropriate placement on the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees Local Salary "L" Schedule - Part-Time, maximum of (19) hours per week Hourly Wage Range is RN- $30.00 per hour LPN-$25.00 per hour Continuation of position is contingent upon grant funding. Work Hours: Maximum of (19) hours per week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Health Sciences Lab Technician shall perform the duties as specified in conformity with policies established by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College Faculty/Staff Handbook. * Setting up and breaking down skills and simulation labs for student and faculty use * Ensures that skills and simulation labs are well-organized, clean, sanitized and orderly at all times * Management of supply inventory, ordering and restocking supplies to support skills and simulation education activities * Skills and Simulation equipment maintenance: * Cleaning, quality assurance checks, requesting repair * Supervise student lab assistants who perform supportive lab tasks such as recycling supplies, assisting with lab set-ups * Assist with facilitation of skills and simulation logistics such as scheduling, room assignments, equipment allocation, student daily schedules, etc. * Facilitating use of lab technology incorporated into educational activities such as moving, turning on and running simulators and mannequins. * Facilitation of student open lab times * Provide clerical support to the faculty * Perform other work-related responsibilities assigned by the Division Chair, Assistant Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instruction, and/or President. Job description may be modified or altered at any time by management Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Active and unencumbered Alabama Registered Nursing license or Licensed Practical Nursing * American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR certification at the healthcare provider/Professional Rescuer level * Excellent computer, oral, auditory and written communication skills * Excellent organizational skills * Ability to proofread work for accuracy * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees and the public * Ability to maintain confidentiality of office information PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * One (1) year of hospital or acute care inpatient care experience * Experience with working in Health/Nursing labs preferred DESIRED PROFILE: Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments: * An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community and technical college * A sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity * Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner * Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines * A commitment to teaching and learning, where recent high school graduates, adult students, and non-traditional students are involved Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the NEOED on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following: * An on-line application * Current resume * Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.) Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Background Check Requirement In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and agree to a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the open period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Drake State Community and Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits. All applicants must have an on-line and completed application packet by the deadline date. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. All applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on-campus interview process. Drake State Community and Technical College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Drake State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Drake State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Drake State compiles information about safety and security and publishes an annual report. This report can be found on the website by accessing the crime and safety report link. The link can be found on the Drake State home page by clicking the "About Drake State" tab and then selecting the "Campus Security Report" link. A copy can also be obtained by contacting the Chief of Police at 256-551-5239. The College reserves the right to fill the position within (120) days of the job announcement stated closing date or to not fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.