Phlebotomist/MA - Internal Medicine - St. Charles
About The Position
Esse Health is seeking a full-time Lab Assistant/Medical Assistant for its St. Charles Complete Care office at 1551 Wall Street. The primary responsibility is drawing blood from patients, with additional clinical responsibilities covered as needed. This role is in an outpatient clinical practice and works Monday through Friday, with no nights, weekends, or holidays. The position includes phlebotomy and point-of-care testing, communicating test results, measuring vital signs, rooming patients, performing in-office procedures such as EKGs and ear cleanings, documenting care in the NextGen electronic health record, and coordinating care with the healthcare team. The employee interacts frequently with patients and is expected to provide a positive, patient-focused experience. Esse Health describes itself as the largest independent physician practice in the St. Louis metropolitan area, with more than 100 physicians across more than 35 locations, serving nearly 130,000 patients. It emphasizes placing patients and physicians at the center of health decisions.
Requirements
- At least one year of phlebotomy experience is preferred.
- Previous experience as a Medical Assistant, Lab Assistant, CNA, PCT, or Phlebotomist is preferred.
- CPR certification.
- PC/Windows proficiency.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work compatibly with physicians, coworkers, and employees in other departments.
- Willingness to assign high priority to patient comfort and satisfaction.
Nice To Haves
- Formal training, preferably indicated by a graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant, CNA, or Phlebotomy program; training is preferred but not required.
- At least one year of phlebotomy experience.
- Previous experience as a Medical Assistant, Lab Assistant, CNA, PCT, or Phlebotomist.
Responsibilities
- Perform lab draws and phlebotomy.
- Perform point-of-care testing.
- Communicate test results to patients.
- Measure vital signs, including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
- Room patients.
- Perform in-office procedures such as EKGs and ear cleanings.
- Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the NextGen electronic health record.
- Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team.
- Float to cover additional clinical responsibilities in the office.
- Maintain a positive office image and upbeat, welcoming interactions with patients and coworkers.
- Prioritize patient comfort and satisfaction.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long- and short-term disability coverage
- Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
- Fraud protection
- Legal benefits
- Pet benefits and other miscellaneous benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Nine paid holidays
- 401(k) match
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship
- Emphasis on work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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