Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist)

Patient First•Falls Church, VA

1d•$20 - $23

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist) supports Physicians and Nurses in delivering patient care. Duties include locating and triaging patients, obtaining vital signs, assessing and preparing patients for examinations and treatment, communicating patient symptoms and needs to clinical staff, performing phlebotomy and other assigned laboratory duties, and assisting with patient treatment. The role also involves using electronic medical records, ordering and managing supplies, sterilizing instruments, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, completing laundry and biological cleanup, and following established policies and clinical guidelines. The position requires staff to complete assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks during their shift, attend scheduled meetings and training, report to the Charge Nurse before leaving, and provide assistance as needed to support patient care and center operations. Breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted. Employees may be required to work at any center in response to staffing needs or an emergency. The role emphasizes teamwork and courteous, professional service.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Ability to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Willingness to work at any center due to staffing needs, a center emergency, or a reduction of work.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Locate patients, obtain accurate vital signs, triage and assess patients, and prepare them for physicals and medical treatment.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify Nurses and Physicians when patients are ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about laboratory or x-ray needs.
Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient treatment and care, and respond to their requests respectfully and promptly.
Perform assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy procedures.
Sterilize and set up instruments.
Receive and store supplies and restock treatment rooms as needed.
Report to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift.
Follow ancillary guidelines and established policies and procedures.
Maintain treatment-area cleanliness, perform biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and complete other directed maintenance assignments.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry; maintain the washing machine and dryer lint trap.
Attend staff meetings scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS.
Operate, use, and maintain medical and office equipment as trained.
Complete assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift.
Remain available to assist with patient care or center operations, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere; provide warm and friendly service.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Disability, life, and long-term care insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending accounts.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid Annual Leave.
Volunteer Time Off Pay.
Bereavement Leave.
Emergency Leave Bank.
Overtime pay, holiday pay, and double-time compensation for holidays worked.
Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family.
Recruitment bonus.
Patient Care Performance bonus for center employees.
Weekend bonus for center employees.