Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist)

Patient First•Parham, TN

8d•$19 - $21

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist) supports patient care by locating patients, obtaining vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, and preparing them for examinations and treatment. The role assists Physicians and Nurses, performs assigned laboratory work and phlebotomy, uses the electronic medical record system, and helps maintain treatment areas, supplies, instruments, laundry, and equipment. The employee follows established policies and ancillary guidelines, completes assigned checklists and tasks during the shift, attends scheduled staff meetings and training, and reports to the Charge Nurse before leaving. Breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted to support patient care or center operations. The position requires a professional, friendly approach and teamwork, and may require working at any center during staffing or center emergencies or reductions in work.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
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 a staffing or center emergency or 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 by visual and auditory measures; triage and assess patients; and prepare them for physicals and medical treatment.
Understand and use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the Nurse and/or Physician 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, complete biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and perform other directed maintenance assignments.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry; maintain the cleanliness of 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, and provide warm, friendly service in all interactions.
Perform other duties as assigned.