Medical Assistant With Phlebotomy

Start Date : At the earliest
Type of Business : Primary Care /Internal Medicine Physician

General Summary of Duties:

Assists physician and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients and physician. A unique opportunity to learn and work in a growing practice and in a dynamic work environment.

Supervisor:
Internal Medicine Primary Care Physician

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Major Responsibilities/Tasks:

Back office

Phlebotomy

Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
Make appointments, follow ups, able to assist in admin tasks like scanning and faxes
Able to administer injections
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Schedule referrals and tests.

Able to draw blood

Perform other related duties as directed or required.

EDUCATION:
High school diploma minimum

EXPERIENCE:

At least 1 year, but lesser experience will be considered for exceptional candidates

Medical Assistance Certification

Phlebotomy skill

Experience working with eClinicalWorks is a big plus.

Speaking Spanish is a plus but not required

KNOWLEDGE:

The jobholder must demonstrate current competencies applicable to the job position.
Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols.
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records.
Knowledge of management and organizational theory to supervise the business practices including principles of employee development to train, delegate and mentor staff.

SKILLS:
Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques.
Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods.
Skill in health information management by appropriately charting patient data.

ABILITIES:
Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to appropriately interact with patients, families, staff and others.
Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and direct the work of others.
Ability to communicate clearly.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office and exam room environment. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Yes, universal masking in place while dealing with patients.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Medical Assistant: 1 year (Required)
• Phlebotomy: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Work Location: One location