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- Orange County, San Francisco City, California
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This is an attachment detailing medical screening requirements and fees for the County of Orange, California's Request for Proposals for Staffing Services and Related Services and Solutions. The document establishes standardized screening procedures and associated costs that prospective staffing service vendors must comply with when providing personnel across a comprehensive range of medical and healthcare positions. The screening requirements encompass criminal background checks (state and national), DMV records, credit checks, employment history verification for the past five years, education verification, sexual offender registry checks, alcohol testing, drug testing (both 5-panel and 10-panel instant technology), and tuberculosis testing via skin test. Vendors may propose additional testing services such as personality testing. The RFP solicitation deadline for questions and requests for interpretations is Monday, December 22, 2025, before 2:00 pm, and all proposals must be submitted electronically through the County's eProcurement Portal.
The document specifies screening fees on a per-unit basis for each testing category, though specific dollar amounts are referenced but not enumerated in the provided content. The screening requirements apply to 42 distinct medical position titles across the County's healthcare operations, including nursing staff at various levels (Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses I-III, Nurse Practitioners, Nurse Managers), counselors, direct service associates, healthcare technicians and technologists, laboratory and research personnel, psychologists, therapists, dental professionals, pharmacists, and physicians. Each position category includes detailed position descriptions outlining scope of services, required qualifications, responsibilities, and decision-making authority. Vendors must ensure all proposed staff meet these comprehensive screening and qualification standards as prerequisites for service delivery under the contract.
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Screening Fees
| County of Orange, California | |||
| Staffing Services and Related Services and Solutions | |||
| Attachment D | |||
| Screening Fees | |||
| Medical | |||
| Service | Level / Description | Days to Receive Test results | Unit Cost ($) / each |
| Criminal Check | State |
| National | |
| DMV | State |
| National | |
| Credit Check | Trans-Union/TRW/Equifax |
| Employment History Verification | Past 5 years |
| Education Verification | College, Trade & High School |
| Sexual Offender Registry | State |
| National | |
| Alcohol Test | Qed A150 |
| Drug Testing - 5 Panel | Instant Technology |
Insta-Check 5 Drug Testing - 10 Panel Instant Technology Insta-Check 10
| Tuberculosis Test | Skin Test |
| Please add any other testing services offered by your company such as personality testing, etc. Use more spaces as necessary. |
ALL POSITION TITLES
| Position Grouping | Position Title |
| Medical | Licensed Practical Nurse |
| Medical | Registered Nurse I |
| Medical | Registered Nurse II |
| Medical | Nurse Practitioner |
| Medical | Physician Assistant |
| Medical | Registered Nurse Manager I |
| Medical | Registered Nurse III |
| Medical | Nurse Practitioner II |
| Medical | Registered Nurse Manager II |
| Medical | Counselor I |
| Medical | Counselor II |
| Medical | Counselor II - Lead Supervisory |
| Medical | Counselor Manager |
| Medical | Direct Service Associate I |
| Medical | Direct Service Associate II |
| Medical | Direct Service Associate III |
| Medical | Direct Service Associate III (Supervisor) |
| Medical | Direct Service Associate IV |
| Medical | Health Care Compliance Specialist I |
| Medical | Health Care Compliance Specialist II |
| Medical | Health Care Compliance Manager |
| Medical | Health Care Technician |
| Medical | Health Care Technologist I |
| Medical | Health Care Technologist II |
| Medical | Health Care Technologist III |
| Medical | Health Care Manager |
| Medical | Laboratory and Research Aide |
| Medical | Laboratory and Research Technician |
| Medical | Laboratory and Research Specialist I |
| Medical | Laboratory and Research Specialist II (Advance-Expert) |
| Medical | Laboratory and Research Specialist II (Supervisor) |
| Medical | Laboratory and Research Manager |
| Medical | Psychologist I / Psychology Associate I |
| Medical | Psychologist II / Psychology Associate II |
| Medical | Psychologist III / Psychology Associate III |
| Medical | Psychology Manager |
| Medical | Therapist Assistant / Therapist I |
| Medical | Therapist I |
| Medical | Therapist II |
| Medical | Therapist II (SLP/Aud) |
| Medical | Therapist III |
| Medical | Therapist Manager I |
| Medical | Therapist Manager II |
| Medical | Program Administration Specialist I - Nutritionist & Dietitian |
| Medical | Dentist |
| Medical | Dental Hygienist |
| Medical | Dental Assistant |
| Medical | Pharmacist |
| Medical | Pharmacy Technician |
| Medical | Medical Doctor |
MEDICAL POSITIONS
| Position Title | Position Description, Skills & Knowledge |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | The scope of services involves assisting in direct patient care. Applies knowledge of principles and practices of practical nursing and pharmacology acquired through formal education and training. Contacts are made with patients in the provision of practical nursing care. Work impacts the quality of practical nursing care and patient comfort. Successful application of skills results in positive patient outcomes. Receives guidance, direction and supervision from an R.N., nursing supervisor, manager, medical professional, or administrator. May take venipuncture specimens. Work requires some discretion and judgment and is clearly defined by the licensure regulations. May supervise or provide work direction to nursing aides or direct service staff. |
| Registered Nurse I | Scope of services involves all aspects of professional nursing care. Applies knowledge of principles and practices of professional registered nursing care acquired through formal education and training. Contacts are made with patients, medical support staff, supervisory nurses and physicians in the provision of professional nursing care. Work impacts the quality of patient care. Successful application of skills enhances positive medical outcomes. Receives guidance and direction from a nursing supervisor, manager or medical professional or administrator. Develops total patient assessment, which requires considerable judgment and decision-making. Provides leadership to LPNs and other medical direct service support staff. work requires frequent use of discretion and judgment in patient assessment and case management. |
| Registered Nurse II (Charge, Supervisory, Specialty Area) | Scope of work ranges from responsibility for a nursing specialty area, working supervisor to charge nurse. Contacts are made with patients, staff nurses, supervisory, manager level nurses, physicians and other program or management staff. Assignments range from increased clinical or administrative responsibility to supervision of registered nurses, LPNs or other medical support staff. May perform clinical research and study activities, develop research protocol, gather and analyze data and prepare abstracts for publication. Work impacts the quality and effectiveness of patient care. Oversight of nursing services is significant. May serve as point of contract for a medical specialty area within a nursing program. Responsible for mentoring and developing others. Responsible for guidance and/or supervision of nursing, medical and direct support staff. |
May assign staff, evaluate clinical and administrative issues, and evaluate performance.
Judgment is exercised over issues of patient care and performance of staff. Responsible for guidance and/or supervision of nursing, medical and direct support staff. May assign staff, evaluate clinical and administrative issues, and evaluate performance. Judgment is exercised over issues of patient care and performance of staff.
| Nurse Practitioner | Applies knowledge acquired through formal education in an accredited program. May be designated according to field of specialization. Scope of work includes performing comprehensive physical examinations and preventive health measures, ordering and performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, and prescribing controlled substances and devices in accordance with current regulations. Contacts are made with patients in the provision of care and physicians for their consultation. The availability and oversight of a physician my limit the severity of complications. Patients receive general health care services and treatment. Interprets and evaluates diagnostic test results. Records physical findings. Develops and implements patient management plans; instructs and counsels patients regarding plans. Performs work with ready access to supervision and guidance from a physician. Refers complex cases beyond the scope of practice to a physician or specialist. |
| Physician Assistant | Applies knowledge acquired through formal education in an accredited program. Scope of work includes performing comprehensive physical examinations, performing therapeutic procedures, and prescribing controlled substances and devices in accordance with current regulations. Contacts are made with patients in the provision of care and physicians for their consultation. The availability and oversight of a physician may limit the severity of complications. Patients receive general health care services and treatment. Practice requires that the Board of Medicine be apprised of the supervising physician(s) and the way in which the Physician Assistant will be utilized. Develops and implements patient management plans; instructs and counsels patients regarding plans. Records physical findings. Interprets and evaluates diagnostic test results. |
| Registered Nurse Manager I | Applies knowledge of the principles of supervision, management, leadership, and administrative functions. Contacts are made with patients, staff nurses, supervisory nurses, physicians, and other clinical, program, or management staff concerning management of a nursing program. Work impacts the quality and effectiveness of patient care. Impact on services is significant. Develops nursing unit objectives, policies and standards. Develops standards for patient care, delivery of services and training and development of staff. Leads, supervises and manages RNs and medical support staff. May assign staff, evaluate clinical and administrative issues, evaluate performance of patient care by staff, assist with budget preparation and management, a and direct all nursing programs for a unit or program. Exercises judgment over issues of patient care, performance of staff, and utilization of resources. |
| Registered Nurse III (Nursing consultation, Clinical Specialist) | Provides comprehensive services according to the specialized training received from an accredited program. Provides expert consultation on complex nursing issues. Contacts are made with patients, staff nurses, supervisory, manager level nurses, physicians and other program staff. Work impacts the quality and effectiveness of patient care. Impact on services is significant. Responsible for mentoring and developing others. Judgment is exercised over issues of nursing program consultation. |
| Nurse Practitioner II (Certified Nurse Practitioner) | Scope of work includes performing physical examinations and preventive health measures, ordering and performing diagnostic procedures, and prescribing controlled substances and devices in accordance with current regulations. Contacts are made with patients in the provision of care and more limited contact with physicians for their consultation. The limited availability of physician oversight increases the consequence of error. Work significantly affects the health of patients due to higher level of independence. Performs work under limited access to a physician or works in an environment where physician availability is typically limited. Works independently with minimal supervision providing diagnosis and treatment according to protocol. |
| Registered Nurse Manager II | Scope of work involves providing direction to an agency nursing program. Work requires extensive knowledge of nursing management. Contacts are made with field practitioners, physicians, and other clinical, program, and management staff. Work impacts the level and quality of nursing services, standards of nursing practice, and allocation of resources. Ensures quality of nursing care. Develops goals, objectives, and standards of nursing. Directs subordinate nurse managers and supervisors. Determines overall direction of comprehensive nursing and health care programs and budgets. |
| Counselor I | Work requires discretion and judgment in counseling Interventions. The scope of services involves case management, counseling, resource referral, and obtaining support services. Applies knowledge of principles and techniques of social and vocational case management, counseling techniques and practices, behavior modification, conflict management, mediation, and available community resources. May require a degree in social work or related field. Frequent contacts with clients, families, direct service staff, employers, community agencies, and other service providers to discuss the needs of clients and available resources. Work impact the quality and success of individualized service plans for clients. Effective performance improves the social, emotional, physical, vocational, and/or situational issues of clients. Exercises independent judgment incoordination and delivery of services. Collaborates with supervisor to develop individualized plans for clients. Receives guidance and direction in areas of policy application and priorities. Responsible for providing case management services to clients with social, emotional, physical, and/or situational problems. |
| Counselor II | Tasks are varied and progress in difficulty based on the type of client and the services required. A graduate degree or certification may be required. Frequent contact with: clients, and their families or friends; state, federal, or local human service agencies; court and law enforcement officials; medical or other clinical professionals; employers and the business community; and other service providers. Applies knowledge of the theory, techniques, and practices of counseling, social work, case management, conflict management, and mediation. Applies knowledge of human service legislation and laws and assistive technology. Provision of services directly affects the ability of clients to become independent, achieve gainful employment, or become participating member of society. Successful partnerships with clients and services providers impact the cost efficiency and effectiveness and the quality of services provided. Decisions regarding daily interaction with clients are made independently. Guidance is received regarding policy interpretation, development of new programs, and expenditure of funds. Experienced workers handle the most complex assignments or provide guidance to others on the more complex issues. Independently manages and authorizes expenditures for client services within authorized amounts. |
| Counselor II - Lead Supervisory | Applies knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Applies knowledge of counseling methods and techniques. Assignments range from counseling clients, to leading or supervising staff, to recommending improvements in service delivery. Supervision of staff directly affects the ability of clients to become independent, achieve gainful employment, or become participating members of society. Influences the professional development and skill acquisition of direct service providers to ensure competent service delivery. Supervises, trains, or acts as a mentor to staff. Consults with higher level manager to resolve staff issues and to ensure the provision of quality services. Plans and schedules unit's activities independently. |
| Counselor Manager | Applies knowledge of the management of various social work and rehabilitation services, case management development, therapeutic assessment, counseling, treatment, and human service delivery systems. Applies knowledge of management practices and principles. A graduate degree or certification may be required. Ensures quality of services and coordination of community resources. Effective management of services meets the diverse needs of clients and has a long-term effect on overall program success. Effective budget administration ensures the continued provision of cost effective services for clients. Receives minimal guidance in the administration of program activities. |
| Direct Service Associate I | Work is well defined and is performed within prescribed policies and procedures. Tasks are repetitive and are influenced by the population served. Applies basic knowledge of processes, methods and/or procedures for a variety of services or a detailed knowledge of a specific program or service. Responsibilities include: cleaning and setting up instruments, equipment, and facilities; collecting specimens; preparing and providing routine information about services; providing routine/general guidance to clients, patients, customers. May have responsibility for: transporting patients and clients; basic housekeeping,; changing dressings; measuring vital signs; supervising/observing children, client or patient activities and some routine administrative tasks. Actions affect the health, safety, and well being of clients. Clients are treated with respect and dignity. Limited discretion is required to carry out responsibilities. Supervision is received by detailed instructions and/or employee actions are subject to close review. |
| Direct Service Associate II | Applies knowledge of related program, regulations, practices, procedures, methods, instruments, and/or equipment. Responsibilities include: providing information which conveys service availability to clients; assisting in the development of client service plans; implementing service plans; planning and implementing activities; and performing physical, dental, medical, laboratory, clinical, nutritional, administrative, environmental, eligibility, outreach and pharmaceutical tasks in support of clients or service delivery. Work is complicated by nature of assigned caseload. Understanding of a client's diagnosis and treatment or program plan. Services are broad in scope. Exercises situational judgment and discretion to assure appropriate action is or has been taken. Collects, records, and reports client data. Actions are subject to review. May lead or supervise other staff. |
| Direct Service Associate III | Applies knowledge related to either: a variety of service programs, practices, methods, procedures, regulations, instruments and equipment; or a specific service area. Supports interdisciplinary treatment or professional services, client assessment, or program development and coordination. Plans, provides, and documents services. May advise clients of their rights, investigate and respond to complaints, and maintain associated documentation. Services appropriate to client needs. Promotion of client social, recreation, personal care, independent living, or vocational skills, and self-esteem and motivation. Treatment/program plans meet goals. Services have long-term impact on client safety, security, physical and mental well being, as well as the ability of clients to obtain gainful employment an becoming participating member of society. Develops components of treatment/program plans. Applies discretion and judgment to independently resolve service delivery problems. Direct accountability for service due to occasional supervisory review. Decisions affect the efficiency and quality of service delivery. May have lead responsibilities. May be responsible for specialized laboratory techniques, such as repairing or manufacturing dental prosthetics |
| Direct Service Associate III (Supervisor) | Applies knowledge related to either: a variety of service programs, practices, methods, procedures, regulations, instruments and equipment; or a specific service area. Applies knowledge of the principles of supervision. May serve on, and/or coordinate activities of, an interdisciplinary team. Services are delivered as prescribed. Long-term impact on client safety, security, and physical and mental well being. Writes components of treatment/program plans. Evaluates program effectiveness in conjunction with professional staff. Responsibilities may control service delivery or have the potential for significant liability to the public agency. Ensures delivery of services. Applies discretion and judgment to independently resolve daily service administrative operations. Compliance with state and federal regulations. Decisions affect the efficiency and quality of service delivery. Client records contain appropriate documentation. Supervises staff providing direct services, sometimes on multiple shifts and in multiple living areas. |
| Direct Service Associate IV | Applies knowledge of face and mouth anatomy; the characteristics of the surrounding tissue, muscles and bones. Applies knowledge of the materials used in dental appliance and the characteristics, properties, and proper use of those materials. Ability to use laboratory techniques and methods and the use of laboratory instruments and equipment. May require knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Consults with dentists on design, use of materials, shading and staining. Certification as a Certified Dental Technician required. Fabrication and repair of dental appliance meets the needs of the clients. Appliances are constructed in conformance with guidelines and specifications prescribed by a licensed dentist. Independently performs duties under the general guidance of a dentist or dental laboratory supervisor or manager. May supervise and evaluate laboratory personnel. |
| Health Care Compliance Specialist I | Applies program rules and regulations in the resolution of human services programs. Applies in-depth knowledge of one or more programs. Frequent contact with service providers, recipients and their families, and representatives of other state and federal agencies on benefits and claims issues. Employees conduct audits, inspections, or investigations of quality and utilization of services and my assist in promulgation review and revision of state licensure regulations operational guidelines. May provide guidance to staff, clients, or others in private and public organizations. May require knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Case, billing, pricing and redemption, and payment records are audited in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines. Discrepancies are identified and a report-of-findings or other communication is initiated. Findings result in recommendations for, or provision of, corrective actions. Directly accountable for the determination or detection of fraud, proper operation, and third party liability. May lead or supervise staff. Recommends licensure and certification of facilities. Accountable for program policy interpretation. |
| Health Care Compliance Specialist II | Applies rules, regulations, and laws in administration of programs. Renders decisions on unusual problems involving policy interpretation. Frequent contact with health care providers, program administrators, and representatives from state and federal agencies, and other direct and indirect human service providers to confer on policy problems and request legal opinions. May require knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Implements and oversees corrective actions. May testify at administrative appeals and hearings. Inspectors may be required to have licensure. Approves and/or recommends corrective actions/plans that affect programmatic operations (e.g., changes to policies, or procedures). Decisions may affect accreditation, licensure, and funding. May lead or supervise staff. Evaluates program effectiveness and compliance. Develops administrative procedures. Some positions approve and issue licenses and certifications. |
| Health Care Compliance Manager | Directs a major organizational component of an agency, requiring management of staff, programs, and administrative functions. Applies knowledge of general managerial and financial management principles and practices for purposes of conducting and assessing short and long-range planning. Collaborates with state and federal officials on program compliance. May require knowledge of forecasting and statistical methods and procedures. May provide expert testimony for administrative, criminal and civil cases. May require licensure in a heath services occupation. Decisions made affect program outcomes, service quality, accreditation, licensure, and funding. Develops and implements business strategies and follows through with implementation. Decisions affect public perception of the regulatory programs' effectiveness and expenditure of taxpayer dollars. Leadership and supervision of staff. Responsible for evaluating program effectiveness and ensuring compliance with state and federal statutes. Provides the highest level of consultation in the function. Relies on expertise and judgment to determine, plan and accomplish goals. May approve and issue licenses and certifications. |
| Health Care Technician | Tasks are usually repetitive in the mounting of films, posting information to files and records, and scheduling patients. Tasks may involve collection of laboratory specimens and performing clinical laboratory tests such as hemoglobin, hematocrit, glucose, urine pregnancy, and urine dipsticks. Clinical testing may also include limited microscopic chemistry or microbiological tests. Work facilitates the effective operation of a clinic through the scheduling and monitoring of patient flow. Results may be used by others in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Proper laboratory procedures impact outcomes of clinical tests. work impacts the quality of patient care and level of customer service. Responsible for narrow scope of routine well-defined duties and processes. |
| Health Care Technologist I | Procedures support clinical laboratory programs. Tasks are varied and require application of a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic radiological procedures including those requiring special patient positioning and/or the use of contrast media, catheters, or special equipment. Applies knowledge of scientific or technical principles, practices, and regulatory requirements of functional areas. Responsibilities may include explaining procedures to the patient, preparation of the patient and preparing radiopaque contrast media such as barium enemas, barium swallows, intravenous pyelograms, cystograms, and gastro-intestinal series in a clinic or hospital setting. May teach radiographic techniques to students. May serve as lead or single on-duty technologist. Products are used by others in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Work impacts quality of patient care and level of customer service. Responsible for clear production of radiographs. May review films and decide if procedures need to be repeated. Independently performs standardized or specialized procedures and seeks advice on more complex or non-routine issues. May work without on-site supervision in small lab settings. |
| Health Care Technologist II | Work requires the application of knowledge in a physical science normally attained through higher levels of learning (e.g., medical technology, chemistry, microbiology, or biological science) and documented training in order to perform advanced clinical or anatomical laboratory testing, or training in CT scan, MRI and invasive radiological procedures. May apply knowledge of leadership or supervisory principles and practices. May specialize in computed tomography, magnetic resonance or complex radiological procedures. May perform clinical treatment and oral health education. Typical assignments support the diagnosis of diseases and the identification of disease agents. Others use results in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Work impacts the efficiency, operation, and creditability of a clinical laboratory as well as the program's continued accreditation. May impact the client's health and the prevention of tooth decay and disease. May have leadership, supervisory or teaching responsibilities. Responsible for clear production of radiographs requiring the use of contrast media, catheters, or special equipment or for performing other complex medical laboratory tests. May coordinate employee assignments. Responsible for performing dental hygienist's clinical treatment and education of the client. |
| Health Care Technologist III | Applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of supervision and leadership. Plans and implements the delivery and improvement of services, staffing, and resources (e.g., testing new procedures before implementation in a laboratory) in accordance with quality standards and/or accreditation requirements. Provides training and consultation to laboratory users on sampling techniques, testing procedures, and interpretation of results. Work impacts the laboratory evidence for diagnosis of diseases or identification of disease agents. Responsible for all laboratory services and the impact on patient care as well as the efficiency, operation, and credibility and accreditation of a clinical laboratory. Responsible for the leadership and/or supervision of staff. Operation of a full service laboratory or subspecialty laboratory. Incorporates productivity improvements to enhance customer service and laboratory credibility. |
| Health Care Manager | Applies knowledge of management principles and practices. Establishes work schedules and consults with subordinate supervisors. Develops operational goals and objectives. Prepares operational budget. Responsible for laboratory quality assurance including quality, control, training, and safety in the clinical laboratory. May require certification, documented training, and advanced education to meet regulatory and/or accreditation requirements. Work impacts the efficiency, operation, and credibility of a clinical laboratory as well as continued program accreditation. May design in-service programs for laboratory professionals. Leadership and development of staff. Management of a full service medical laboratory. Provides guidance to subordinate supervisors. Provides input into short- and long- range planning of facilities, equipment, staffing, and policies. |
| Laboratory and Research Aide | Applies knowledge of basic sanitation techniques, laboratory safety procedures, research procedures, animal handling/care and hygiene, and use of laboratory equipment. Performs routine work with limited variation. Follows established directions and procedures. Limited contacts outside of co-workers and supervision. May perform a variety of tasks related to animal care such as feeding and caring for animals. Proper sanitation procedures ensure appropriate laboratory testing and research conditions. Provides responsible care of animals. Responsible for equipment in support of research, laboratory, or clinical programs or teaching services. May be required to adhere to established standards and guidelines as set forth by accredited programs. Decision-making and judgment is limited to assigned functional area and based on clearly defined procedures and guidelines or under direct supervision. |
| Laboratory and Research Technician | Applies knowledge of sanitation techniques and laboratory safety. Applies knowledge of research and testing procedures supporting laboratory, research, clinical or autopsy and necropsy services, or geological services. May provide limited surgical assistance. Follows established directions and procedures. Frequent contacts with co-workers, supervisors, students, faculty and research staff to discuss study techniques or results or handling and are of animals. Proper laboratory, autopsy and necropsy procedures impact outcomes of test and research, and impact the safety, health, and well-being of laboratory animals, staff and the general public through the identification of scientific and legal findings or contagious disease sources. Proper sanitation procedures ensure appropriate laboratory testing and research conditions. Provides responsible care of animals. Responsible for equipment in support of research, laboratory, or clinical programs or teaching services. May be required to adhere to established standards and guidelines as set forth by accredited programs. Responsible for generally well defined procedures supporting laboratory, testing, research or clinical programs. Decision-making and judgment is typically based on clearly defined procedures, although skilled positions may exercise independent judgment. Refers non-routine issues to supervision. May lead other staff, activities, or provide guidance and leadership to students and interns. Development of competencies may lead to broader, more responsible assignments. |
| Laboratory and Research Specialist I | Applies knowledge of scientific/technical principles, practices, and regulatory requirements of functional areas. Performs a variety of procedures supporting clinical, research, field research, service or regulatory and/or diagnostic laboratory programs. Duties may include performing standardized or specialized scientific or clinical procedures, performing preliminary procedures to prepare, expedite and facilitate further scientific examination and training, assisting in veterinary surgical procedures, analysis and compilation of data, communicating findings/research results, animal care, repairing and maintaining equipment and ordering supplies. May have contact with private business, other government agencies, faculty, students and researchers, and/or the general public to communicate results and explain laboratory procedures or regulatory requirements. Proper application of procedures impacts outcomes of tests and research, legal evidence, and the safety, health, and economic well being of the general public, research staff, environment and/or animals through identification of scientific and legal findings, contagious and benign disease sources. Performance of duties may impact the level of public confidence and consumer satisfaction. May be required to adhere to established standards and guidelines as set forth by accredited programs. Independently performs standardized or specialized procedures and seeks advice on more complex or non-routine issues. Decision-making has moderate to significant impact on program's success. Exercises judgment and decision making to determine appropriate procedures; compiles data, documents and communicates findings. May lead, train or supervise students, staff or coordinate program activities. |
| Laboratory and Research Specialist II (Advance-Expert) | Applies knowledge of assigned technical or research area. Participates or leads in the design, modification and performance of laboratory or research projects. Frequent contact with private business, other government agencies, principal investigators, faculty, laboratory staff, students and researchers, and/or the general public to report and interpret results, provide consultation and technical assistance, and discuss research projects. Responsibilities include: participating in or leading work in the design, modification, evaluation and performance of laboratory, field surveys or research procedures; writing or modifying computer programs to analyze data and generate reports; researching literature related to project/procedures; conducting experiments; writing segments of reports and manuscripts; coordinating grants and budgets; assisting lower level staff; troubleshooting instrument problems and performing preventive maintenance on equipment. Accurate scientific testing, research, and consultation minimized errors in laboratory findings, scientific research and fieldwork. Proper application of procedures impacts outcomes of tests and research, and the safety, health, and well being of the general public, research staff, and laboratory animals through identification of scientific findings, and contagious and benign disease sources. Independently performs and provides consultation on specialized laboratory/research procedures and projects. Independent decision-making on appropriate methods, design and data interpretation. Some positions ensure compliance with established standards and guidelines as set forth by accredited programs. Independently monitors, evaluates and analyzes quality control results and determines corrective action as needed. |
| Laboratory and Research Specialist II (Supervisor) | Applies knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Applies knowledge of assigned technical or research area. Participates or leads in the design, modification and performance of laboratory or research projects. Frequent contact with principal investigators, research faculty, laboratory personnel and students to discuss policies, procedures and methodology; coordinate research projects; report and interpret results; and provide consultation, and technical assistance. Responsibilities include: writing grant proposals and identifying funding sources; designing and directing complex research projects in consultation with a principal investigator; modifying and developing laboratory and field procedures, quality control processes and determining work methods; reviewing the scientific work results; directing animal care according to applicable federal laws and regulations; hiring and training personnel or students; approving procurement, budgeting, other administrative duties; and teaching a laboratory section of college level students. Accurate scientific testing, quality control, research, or consultation and supervision minimize errors in laboratory findings or research, and impact the success of grant proposals and scientific findings. Work impacts the health, safety and well being of the general public, the environment, industry, research, and animal health and welfare. Independently supervises laboratory research operation or animal care facility to include business functions and accountability for services provided to administrators, faculty, and other users. Responsible for program and staff supervision. Leads teams or special projects. May be required to ensure compliance with established standards and guidelines as set forth by accredited programs. |
| Laboratory and Research Manager | Applies knowledge of the principles and methods of laboratory administration and management. Applies knowledge of the theory and application of lab methods and instrumentation for the assigned discipline(s). Ability to plan, lead and evaluate the work of professional staff. Frequent contacts with regulatory boards or government agencies regarding standards, quality assurance, and lab procedures. Frequent contact with internal departments regarding administrative matters and with vendors concerning equipment and supplies. Frequent contacts with researchers, staff and students to provide information, consultation or direction concerning laboratory operations. Plans, manages and evaluates the work of professional staff; develops goals, objectives and timetables; develop and monitor budgets; determine and implement technical methodologies, ensure that quality control standards and safety procedures are in compliance with government regulations and laws. May teach and/or serve as technical experts. Proper management of laboratory operations ensures the scientific accuracy , timeliness and quality of services and impacts public health, safety, and the environment. Responsible for the provision of quality and timely laboratory services. Manages work of subordinate supervisors and professional and technical staff engaged in laboratory operations and research. Establishes and monitors quality control procedures. May ensure compliance with established standards and guidelines as set forth by accredited programs. |
| Psychologist I / Psychology Associate I | Requires the ability to conduct psychological assessments and diagnose using current DSM-IV-TR and ICD-10 classification systems and determine the need for more specialized care. Skill in using various treatment modalities with minimal direct clinical supervision in the treatment of mental disorders and/or developmental disabilities. Crisis intervention skills and ability to assess and manage risk of harm to self or others. Skill in maintaining therapeutic relationships and services while complying with ethical and professional standards. Ability to document services consistent with expectations of third parties. The Psychologist I require an advanced degree and licensure as a clinical, applied, or school psychologist, depending upon the assigned program. Licensure must demonstrate the training and educational background sufficient to fulfill this role. The Psychology Associate I may require advanced course work and requires supervision by a licensed psychologist. May require the ability to develop training programs for professional and paraprofessional staff members. May require some expertise in a specific clinical area such behavioral psychology, clinical psychology, substance use disorders, traumatic brain injury, or forensic psychology. Accurate diagnosis with appropriate recommendations for accommodations and interventions. Reports that are timely, readable and consistent with the professional standards. Interventions that meet measurable goals, established treatment plan. exercise independent judgment within policy and parameters. Guidance is received on difficult cases, in the development of new clinical competencies, or in situations that present as ethical dilemmas. All services are provided under the direction of a higher-level Psychologist, typically a licensed clinical psychologist. |
| Psychologist II / Psychology Associate II | Work requires knowledge of a variety of psychological interventions such as psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, group therapy and program development and monitoring. Work requires knowledge of a variety of psychological assessments used for diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment evaluation. Possess skills in administering and interpreting cognitive, neuropsychological, achievement, adaptive behavior, vocational and personality tests to a wide variety of individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. The Psychologist II (licensed clinical psychologist) may require court testimony as expert witness. The Psychologist II requires an advanced degree and licensure as a clinical, applied, or school psychologist sufficient to support the legal requirements of the assigned program. The Psychology Associate II may require advanced coursework and requires supervision by a licensed psychologist. May oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of developmental disabilities and mental health services. Services meet the needs and expectations of referral sources inside and outside of the agency. Accurate assessment and/or diagnosis with appropriate recommendations for services. Services help to improve the treatment team's ability to meet clients/consumers' goals. Clinical reports that are timely, readable and consistent with professional standards. Interventions that meet measurable goals, established in treatment plan. Accurate assessment, diagnosis and treatment allowing clients to enhance their well being. Decisions may affect systems beyond the immediate clinical area such as the legal system or the overall provision of psychological/neuropsychological services. Licensed Psychologists exercise independent judgment regarding individual client care and may assume a leadership role in the mentoring and development of interns, postdoctoral fellows, or other educational or research affiliates. Licensed Psychologists may serve as lead service provider, project team leader, supervisor of less experienced psychologists and/or associates. guidance is received on difficult cases, in the development of new clinical competencies, or in situations that present as ethical dilemmas. |
| Psychologist III / Psychology Associate III | Applies expertise, knowledge and experience in directing, evaluating, integrating, and coordinating behavior analysis/psychological/neuropsychological services. The Psychologist III requires an advanced degree and licensure as a clinical, applied or school psychologist, sufficient to support the legal requirements of the assigned program, and in addition, may require advanced training or certification in a recognized specialty. The Psychology Associate III may require advanced coursework and requires supervision by a licensed psychologist. Effective decisions facilitate successful delivery and timing of services and treatment. Decisions affect on-going program planning and general management. Assessments, training/treatment plans, and follow-up appropriate for clients with complex needs. Licensed Psychologist provides leadership in maintenance of quality assurance and direction and supervision to subordinate personnel. Licensed Psychologist exercises independent judgment regarding client care and program services and assumes responsibility for subordinate staff. The Psychologist III typically supervises unlicensed staff. |
| Psychology Manager | Applies clinical, programmatic and administrative knowledge. Applies knowledge of management practices and principles. Applies knowledge of facility and community MR, MH, or SA Services. Work requires an advanced degree and licensure as a clinical, applied or school psychologist, sufficient to satisfy the legal requirements of the assigned program, and in addition, may require advanced training or certification in a recognized specialty. Effective program management promotes successful therapeutic outcomes. Actions impact efficient and effective allocation of resources and contribute to a positive community image. Responsible for policy development, quality assurance, evidence-based practices and the supervision of psychology staff. Determines overall direction of comprehensive psychological services programs. May serve as an expert consultant to public and private agencies. |
| Therapist Assistant / Therapist I | Applies knowledge acquired through formal education in an accredited program. Applied knowledge and principles and practices related to therapeutic interventions. Client assessments are based on information from standardized assessments (within practice guidelines), observations, medical records, caregivers, and clients. Response to treatment is assessed to enable appropriate progression within the parameters of the treatment plan. Work is performed within the parameters of established treatment plans and strategies. Treatment interventions may include instructing in daily living skills, sensory-motor integration skills, mobility skills, therapeutic exercises, and various physical treatment procedures. May be responsible for planning or leading group activities or classes. Client receives educational information, guidance, and encouragement in performance of therapeutic activities. Plans for therapy are implemented. Client quality of life is improved. Promotes client independence. Ensures that clients perform activities and progress toward goals in accordance with treatment plan. Records client progress for use by therapist. Communicates immediately any change in client condition requiring medical attention or re-evaluation. May provide direction to interns, students, or staff providing supportive services. Works under supervision of a licensed therapist. |
| Therapist I | Clients are assessed in leisure, recreation, and socialization skills based on information from standardized assessments, observations, medical staff, medical records, family, and clients. Plans, organizes, conducts, and modifies individual group therapeutic interventions. Applies knowledge of principles and practices related to therapeutic program. works as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team and in collaboration with physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, other therapists, and other health care and vocation professionals. May be responsible for planning or leading group activities or classes. May be responsible for teaching clinical interns, students or staff. Client assessments are based on information from standardized assessments (within practice guidelines), observations, medical records, caregivers, and clients. Client's physical, mental, and social well being is encouraged. Client's depression, stress, and anxiety are reduced. Client's needs, interests, and choices are supported. Clients learn new leisure skills. Clients experience exercise, mental stimulation, and creativity through recreation and leisure activities. Provides clients with opportunities for physical activity, mental stimulation, creativity, and fun by the use of leisure activities, arts and crafts, animals, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, horticulture, and community outings. Evaluates and reports client progress. May provide guidance to interns, students, and staff providing supportive services. |
| Therapist II | Conducts assessments, develops and implements treatment plans and intervention techniques, and evaluates results. Requires in-depth knowledge in area of specialization. Works as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team. May require the application of knowledge of supervisory practices and principles. Therapeutic interventions are carried out in accordance with program plans. Program and services meet the needs of clients and are in accordance with agency and accrediting body standards. May supervise professional staff or programs. Decisions affect the efficiency and quality of service delivery. Program data shows progress. Client record indicates participation in appropriate recreation/leisure activities. |
| Therapist II (SLP/Aud) | Applies knowledge acquired through formal education in an accredited program. Conducts client evaluations and re-evaluations using numerous standardized and informal assessment tools. Interprets assessment data to make diagnoses and develop scientifically based treatment plans that med individual client needs. Works in collaboration with physicians, psychologists, social workers, other therapists, and other health care and vocational professionals. Works as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Selects and implements appropriate therapeutic interventions based on client needs. May design and fabricate adaptive equipment and instruct clients in its use. Provides education to professionals, paraprofessionals, families, and caregivers regarding specific communication and cognitive disabilities and management techniques. Clients develop or recover reliable communication, auditory, and cognitive skills that enable them to meet educational, vocational, social, independent living goals. Program and services meet the needs of clients and are in accordance with agency and accrediting body standards. Documents client initial evaluation, progress, and problems. Documentation affects reimbursement to the organization. Decisions affect the efficiency and quality of service delivery. |
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