Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist)

Patient First•Fredericksburg, VA

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 duties and phlebotomy procedures, and uses the electronic medical record system. It also includes stocking supplies, preparing and sterilizing instruments, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, handling laundry, completing assigned checklists and tasks, and attending scheduled staff meetings. The employee is expected to follow established policies and ancillary guidelines, communicate patient symptoms and needs to clinical staff, provide friendly and professional service, and assist as needed to support patient care and center operations. Work may require reassignment to another center during a staffing or center emergency or a reduction in work.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Minimum typing experience.
Ability to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, potentially 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 and obtain accurate vital signs using visual and auditory measures.
Triage patients, assess their medical condition, and prepare them for physicals and treatment by physicians and nurses.
Understand and use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the nurse and/or physician when a patient is ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about laboratory or x-ray needs.
Assist nurses and physicians with patient treatment and care, responding to their requests respectfully and in a timely manner.
Perform assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy procedures.
Sterilize and set up instruments; receive and store supplies; 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 cleanliness of treatment areas and complete biological cleanup according to OSHA guidelines; perform other maintenance assignments as directed.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry, and 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 as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere, and provide warm, friendly service in all interactions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Work at any center when needed because of a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.