MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Ephraim McDowell Health • Danville, KY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Under moderate direction of the System Director Lab & Pathology Services, collects laboratory specimens by venipuncture, capillary puncture, and arterial puncture for subsequent testing and collects throat culture specimens. Performs additional basic laboratory procedures under close direction of techs as proficiency is demonstrated and documented. Exhibit the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) certification or equivalent educational background or completion of Medical Assistant program.
• Computer skills.
• Works with specimen collection devices including needles, syringes, and vacutainers.
• Uses centrifuge and basic laboratory tools.
• Good patient interaction skills.
• Certification by approved educational program required.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects laboratory specimens by venipuncture, capillary puncture, and arterial puncture for subsequent testing.
• Collects throat culture specimens.
• Performs additional basic laboratory procedures under close direction of techs as proficiency is demonstrated and documented.

What This Job Offers

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