Clinical Lab MA: Phlebotomy & Patient Care

Franklin Medical Center; Winnsboro (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro, LA is seeking a Full Time Medical Assistant to support Orthopedic and Urology clinics with lab tasks including phlebotomy and specimen collection. You will also handle front-desk duties, patient charting in the EHR, and follow-up communications.

The role emphasizes patient safety, CLIA compliance, and teamwork across clinic staff, with a typical Mon-Fri schedule and standard clinic hours.

Qualifications

• Experience with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Ability to perform basic clinical procedures under supervision.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and patient data entry.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient vital signs, medical histories, medications, allergies, and other pertinent information
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers with routine clinical procedures
• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collections accurately and safely
• Collect, label, process, and prepare blood and other patient specimens for laboratory testing
• Perform point-of-care testing and other laboratory procedures as directed
• Follow proper specimen handling, storage, processing, and transportation procedures
• Maintain compliance with CLIA, infection-control, and other applicable safety standards
• Administer medications and injections within the scope of training, certification, and applicable regulations
• Performs EKGs and other diagnostic procedures as required
• Assist with wound care, dressing changes, and other routine treatments as directed by the provider
• Recognize and appropriately respond to patient concerns or adverse reactions during phlebotomy and
• Maintain exam rooms and clinical areas in a clean, organized, and properly stocked condition
• Follow up with patients regarding laboratory and diagnostic results, communicate information as directed by the provider, and assists with any necessary follow-up care or appointments
• Monitor and maintain laboratory supplies, phlebotomy equipment, and clinical inventory
• Operate and maintain clinic equipment according to established procedures
• Provides front-office support as needed, including stepping in to assist with patient registration, check-in/check-out, scheduling, and other administrative duties
• Accurately documents and charts patient information, clinical findings, procedures, and results in the Electronic Health Record system in a timely and compliant manner
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Serves and protects the facility by adhering to professional standards, facility policies and procedures; and federal, state, and local requirements.
• Reports all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc. to the supervisor immediately.
• Float to other clinics and outpatient settings as needed to provide clinical and administrative support and ensure continuity of operations
• Perform all other duties as required

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

EKG

Clinical procedures

Administrative support

Job description

Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro, LA is seeking a Full Time Medical Assistant to support Orthopedic and Urology clinics with lab tasks including phlebotomy and specimen collection. You will also handle front-desk duties, patient charting in the EHR, and follow-up communications.

The role emphasizes patient safety, CLIA compliance, and teamwork across clinic staff, with a typical Mon-Fri schedule and standard clinic hours.