Medical Assistant I-Phlebotomist

Davita Inc.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Assistant I/Phlebotomist to join their team in Waterloo, Iowa. This full-time role involves performing phlebotomy, supporting lab operations, and assisting in patient care. The position offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to make a difference in patient care.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license is required.
• Must speak, read, and write English.
• 1 year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Assist in training new staff after competency.
• Enter data and manage samples in the Laboratory Information system.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Phlebotomy techniques

Clerical skills

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant degree

Certification as Medical Assistant

Job description

• Area of Interest: Laboratory
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
• Department: Laboratory - General- Logan
• Shift: 0445-1315. Every weekend rotation, holiday rotation, and three on call shifts per month.
• Job ID: 166225

Overview

Medical Assistant I/Phlebotomist

UnityPoint Health - Allen

Shift: Full-time; 0445-1315; every other weekend, holiday rotation, & 3 on call shifts per month

Potential Sign-On Bonus: $1,500 paid over 6 months

The Medical Assistant I Phlebotomist, under the direction of the Manager-Compliance/ED Lab/Phlebotomy, is responsible for collection of blood samples through phlebotomy (blood collection) techniques, including vacutainer, syringe, winged infusion set and capillary collections. All phlebotomists are expected to assist with collections from outpatients, inpatients as well as stat nursing home patients and any other patient types supported by UnityPoint Health.

Phlebotomists also assist in the collection of other specimens such as urines for analysis and urines for drug screens.

Phlebotomists should possess good clerical and computer skills to support the Laboratory department.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand basic techniques of phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection for inpatients, outpatients and nursing home patients
• Learn and understand collection of urine drug screens for occupational and medical collections
• Assists technologists with duties including but not limited to stocking supplies, washing laboratory dishes, inventory management & follow up on reports
• After competent, assist in training new staff in phlebotomy
• Enters data and orders samples into Laboratory Information system
• Navigates the Hospital Information system as required for patient care
• Answers incoming phone calls
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must possess basic computer skills and knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email and web browser
• Requires frequent travel to area nursing home facilities

Preferred:

• High school diploma
• Medical assistant degree
• 1 year experience
• Certified Medical Assistant