Medical Assistant

Jobtailor; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in a multi-site clinical environment in Las Vegas, NV. You will perform phlebotomy, venipuncture, EKG testing, specimen processing, and assist with in-office procedures.

You will document vital signs, manage patient records in the Onco/EMR system, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines while providing excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• State-required certifications/licenses as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with in-office medical procedures (bone marrows, FNAs, paracentesis, pelvic exams).
• Perform phlebotomy and lab work, quality control, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
• Prepare slides for evaluation and handle specimen processing.
• Send outside tests to facilities per patient insurance plans.
• Maintain test logs, QC logs, equipment records, and patient documentation.
• Record vital signs and PHQ9 screening; prepare patients for physicians.
• Document reports in patient charts/Onco EMR; coordinate outside testing/referrals.
• Complete electronic superbill steps and encounter forms; assist with scheduling.

Skills

Venipuncture

Laboratory Testing

Specimen Processing

Patient Vital Signs Documentation

Quality Control

Equipment Maintenance

Electronic Superbill Completion

Compliance Testing

EKG Testing

Patient Preparation

Education

High School or GED

BLS Certification

State Required Certifications/Licenses

Tools

Onco/EMR System

MS Office Suite

Job description

• Assist physicians with in-office medical procedures, including bone marrows, fine needle aspirates, paracentesis, and pelvic exams
• Perform phlebotomy, blood draws, laboratory blood work, testing, quality control, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance
• Prepare blood or bone marrow slides for evaluation
• Handle and process specimens according to laboratory procedures
• Send outside laboratory tests to appropriate facilities based on patients’ insurance plans
• Maintain test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records, checklists, and patient documentation
• Obtain and document patient vital signs, height, weight, pain level, and PHQ9 screening
• Room and prepare patients for physicians
• Receive laboratory reports and document them in patient charts or the Onco/EMR system
• Schedule outside testing, physician referrals, and hospital admissions as ordered
• Prepare encounter forms and complete electronic superbill steps
• Show physicians critical blood counts according to guidelines
• Obtain scans and CDs for physician review
• Maintain laboratory supply inventory and place purchasing orders
• Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions and contact central laboratory or service providers
• Perform EKG testing where applicable
• Maintain laboratory compliance with state and federal regulations and perform compliance testing
• Observe safety guidelines and maintain laboratory and equipment cleanliness
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with patient-care, billing, safety, and organizational policies
• Assist in training new employees
• Work at any AON location as needed and work overtime with sufficient notice

Requirements

• High School or GED
• Certifications/licenses as required by the state where employed
• BLS required
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle for travel to other clinic locations as needed
• One year of experience as a medical assistant in a clinic or physician’s office
• Ability to perform venipuncture
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time-management, and organizational skills
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and work with sensitive and confidential material
• Effective oral, written, presentation, active-listening, and feedback skills
• Strong customer focus and organizational awareness
• Ability to manage time, priorities, stress, and professional development
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
• Ability to work remotely effectively as required
• Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with EMR
• Travel under 25%
• Good command of the English language; a second language is an asset but not required
• Ability to complete the required number of annual CEUs to meet C.O.L.A. requirements

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in performing medical procedures, including phlebotomy and EKG testing, while maintaining compliance with laboratory regulations. Exhibits strong organizational and communication skills to effectively manage patient documentation and support physicians in a clinical environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Phlebotomy
• Medical Assistant Experience
• BLS Certification
• EMR Proficiency
• Critical Thinking

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Venipuncture
• Laboratory Testing
• Specimen Processing
• Patient Vital Signs Documentation
• Quality Control
• Equipment Maintenance
• Electronic Superbill Completion
• Compliance Testing
• EKG Testing
• Patient Preparation

Soft Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Time Management
• Effective Communication
• Customer Focus

Certifications & Qualifications

• BLS Certification
• State Required Certifications/Licenses

Industry Keywords

• Patient Confidentiality
• Laboratory Compliance
• Clinical Procedures
• Multi-Site Environment
• Healthcare Regulations

Tools & Technologies

• Onco/EMR System
• MS Office Suite