Medical Assistant II, Phlebotomy Technician, Shared Staff

Sutter Health • Sacramento, CA

35d • $32 - $38

About The Position

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central Position Overview: Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office, patient-related and phlebotomy tasks supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Performs laboratory procedures in phlebotomy and specimen handling to preserve specimen integrity that are in the scope of practice for the phlebotomy field of work. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Job Description: Limited Term Position For 26-Weeks

Requirements

• HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Other: Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California.
• CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• 1 year of recent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of scope of practice for Medical Assistants in the State of California.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Knowledge of clinical protocols for vital signs.
• Knowledge of normal values for vital signs (Blood Pressure, Pulse, Respirations, Temperature).
• Knowledge of medical positioning for patients.
• Knowledge of effective teamwork dynamics between front and back-office staff.
• Sufficient knowledge of medical terminology and the English language, to understand and communicate in a reasonable manner, the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s)
• Performs a variety of back office, patient-related and phlebotomy tasks supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care.
• Performs laboratory procedures in phlebotomy and specimen handling to preserve specimen integrity that are in the scope of practice for the phlebotomy field of work.
• Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED