Phlebotomist I

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group P C•Hampton, VA

About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting, ordering, and processing laboratory specimens; billing lab orders; and performing clerical duties for the Central Laboratory. The role includes patient appointment scheduling and check-in, entering demographic information, managing specimen orders and post-collection processes in laboratory and NextGen systems, and ensuring accurate billing and specimen reconciliation. The Phlebotomist may also perform waived specimen testing and prepare specimens for delivery to the Central Laboratory or other laboratories. The position requires working effectively without daily supervision and performing other duties as assigned. Compensation starts at $15.00 per hour. The final hourly rate is determined by the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, CCMA, NRCMA, or RMA) or as a Phlebotomist.
Prior phlebotomy experience; minimum of 6 months.
Knowledge of laboratory techniques for performing routine laboratory tests.
Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing sufficient to operate, clean, and sterilize equipment.
Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology for communicating with medical and laboratory staff.
Skill in operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
Skill in properly reporting laboratory tests.
Skill in communicating clearly with diverse publics.
Skill in using electronic medical records as appropriate.
Skill in appropriately billing collected orders.
Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer.
Ability to work effectively in multiple computer systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and follow written protocols.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to stand and walk for periods of time and sit for extended periods.
Ability to climb or balance for limited periods.
Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 30 lbs.
Ability to grasp and hold up to 25 lbs.
Ability to hear normal voice-level communications in person or by telephone, speak clearly and understandably, and smell.

Responsibilities

Schedule patient appointments accurately.
Check patients in and enter demographic data accurately in the NextGen computer system.
Collect acceptable specimens ordered by TPMG or non-TPMG physicians for testing at the Central Laboratory and/or other reference laboratories.
Accurately order specimens and manage post-collection processes in laboratory and NextGen systems.
Bill collected specimens accurately and review appropriate reports to ensure billing accuracy.
Reconcile specimens to ensure orders have been resulted to the Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
Perform and report waived specimen testing as appropriate.
Process patient specimens for delivery to the Central Laboratory or other laboratories as appropriate.
Process specimens collected at other sites for delivery to the Central Laboratory.
Work effectively without daily supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned.