Laboratory Technician 2 - Virology

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

If you require an accommodation for the interview process or the position please notify the assigned recruiter.

Unusual Working Conditions:

Exposed to animal fluids/tissues sharps caustic or toxic chemicals &/or explosives;requires prophylactic vaccination for rabies.

The selected candidate for this position will be required to submit to vaccinations or show proof of vaccination upon selection.

For Questions Regarding This Posting Please Contact:

Ryan Gunter

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).

What Youll Do:

No ag background no problem! Youll learn all about agriculture from our top-notch experts who dedicate their lives to a cleaner safer better Ohio.

This position is responsible for:

• Works under general supervision in day-to-day operations of the Virology section within the Animal Disease & Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL)
• Receives a variety of clinical samples (i.e. blood tissue semen abortion samples feces etc.)
• Confirms sample identification matching paperwork to sample
• Assists in setting up assays (e.g. cutting lymph nodes sorting samples pooling serum preparing samples etc.)
• Assists laboratory personnel and independently conducts elementary laboratory procedures using simple equipment (e.g. aliquoting preparation of reagents updating test media etc.)
• All testing procedures are outlined in stepwise manner & test systems are visually evaluated with all possible results being previously defined as to how they will look & require no interpretation
• Supports upkeeping of laboratory waste disposal practices by following appropriate waste management procedures
• Ships specimens to other laboratories for additional testing
• Assists with daily upkeep of assigned laboratory equipment such as computers refrigerators centrifuges pipettors and incubators; completes all pertinent training and participates in the laboratorys biosafety and Quality Management activities
• Cleans and disinfects work area
• Maintains work area supplies and equipment; performs general housekeeping of laboratory sinks benches & other laboratory areas
• Files finalized records
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Participates in outreach activities (e.g. tours peer mentoring)
• This role also participates in cross-training with other lab sections in various elemental tasks as needed (e.g. egg cracking sample stickering preparation of test media etc.)

This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. ODA bargaining unit members have selection rights before non-bargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

ODA values its internal diversity and pledges to cultivate an inclusive and engaging environment for all employees where differences are embraced and celebrated. The agency commits to building a workforce that champions the advancement of these principles and initiatives. The values on which these efforts are founded are respect empathy transparency equality and equal access.

Whats in it for you:

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental vision and basic life insurancepremiums are freeafter one year of continuous service.

Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off including vacation personal and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employees salary. Visit theOPERS websitefor more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit theOhio Deferred Compensation websitefor more information.

Maternity Benefits

Expanded maternity health care benefits available to state employees enrolled in the Ohio Med PPO and Ohio Med NN (narrow network) medical plan options. Several prenatal childbirth and post-childbirth services are provided at no out-of-pocket cost to employees utilizing network providers.

Examples of services now covered by network providers at 100% include:

o Prenatal care including physician visits and examinations.

o Home health care services designated as maternity care (for expectant members on bed rest).

o Inpatient claims for all types of delivery.

o Inpatient NICU claims from birth through discharge.

o Postpartum care including office visits for follow-up and procedures/treatments directly related to maternity.

Medications prescribed for both antepartum and postpartum conditions (e.g. morning sickness postpartum depression). Medical services provided by non-network providers will be processed at the applicable coinsurance deductible and out-of-pocket limits.

Prescription drugs that are directly related to maternity care are covered with no copay. The State of Ohio has collaborated with the prescription drug third-party administrator (OptumRx) to provide a list of covered medications that can be approved for zero copay via prior authorization from providers.

Formal education in arithmetic that included fractions decimals & percentages & reading writing & speaking English
AND
3 courses in high school science (e.g. biology chemistry geology microbiology) which included laboratory testing & use & maintenance of laboratory equipment OR 12 months experience in science laboratory preparing specimens & samples for testing preparing reagents &/or conducting basic/routine laboratory tests.

OR 12 months experience as Laboratory Technician 1 86111.

OR Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Competitive salary: $45614 - $53602 Annually

Agriculture is the heart of it all in Ohio!

The Ohio Department of Agriculture protects all Ohioans by safeguarding plants and animals conserving our natural resources and supporting farmers. ODA is cabinet-level agency reporting to Governor DeWine. Food and agriculture is Ohios number one industry contributing $124 billion to the economy and employing one in eight people. Ohio is home to more than 75000 farms with agriculture touching every part of the state. Not only does Ohio rank number one in Swiss cheese production but we are top three in the nations egg production and fifth in soybean production. Ohios farmers impact those well beyond state lines feeding families across the nation.

What We Do:

Working for the Ohio Department of Agriculture means strengthening our state with the help of our 19 divisions programs. Our staff ensures the products you consume every day are safe to eat and drink. We protect Ohios farmland improve soil health and water quality all while keeping our plants crops and animals free of pests and disease. We are home to the states top food safety laboratory and serve as the hub for a statewide lab safety system. Our folks protect consumers by ensuring you get what you pay for through weights and measures accuracy standards. ODA oversees Ohios 94 county and independent fairs the showcases of our towns and cities and protects fair goers by inspecting the amusement rides you love to enjoy!

The Virology section provides high quality diagnostic services to practicing veterinarians researchers and industry. Major services provided by the Virology section include detection and identification of viruses and viral antigens and/or antibodies from animal tissues serum body fluids and feces. An average of 46000 diagnostic virology tests per year has been performed since 2010. Virus isolation fluorescent antibody staining electron microscopy and aquaculture are standard methods used at ADDL to detect viruses. Virus isolation virus neutralization fluorescent antibody staining electron microscopy and aquaculture are standard methods used at ADDL to detect viruses.

Youll find great coworkers here who are experts in their field and care about the work they do.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.