Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist)

Patient First•Midlothian, VA

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist) supports physicians, nurses, and patients by preparing patients for examinations and treatment, obtaining vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, performing phlebotomy and other assigned laboratory duties, and assisting with patient care. The role also includes using the electronic medical record, coordinating patient needs with clinical staff, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, managing supplies and laundry, and completing assigned checklists and tasks. The employee is expected to follow established policies and ancillary guidelines, support a positive and professional atmosphere, and assist as needed to maintain patient care and center operations. Breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted to provide necessary patient care or maintain operations. The role 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

Minimum of 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’ medical conditions; and prepare patients for physicals and medical treatment.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order lab, 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 lab or x-ray needs.
Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient treatment and care, and handle their requests respectfully and promptly.
Perform assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy procedures.
Sterilize and set up instruments; receive, store, and restock supplies and treatment rooms.
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 assigned maintenance duties.
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 as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere; provide positive, 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.