Medical Assistant II/Phlebotomist-Laboratory

UnityPoint Health; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Medical Assistant II/Phlebotomist in Waterloo, Iowa. This role encompasses various duties including phlebotomy and specimen collection for inpatients and outpatients. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and be proficient in English.

The position requires basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. The work schedule includes shifts from 08:30-05:00 and requires every other weekend and holiday rotation. Candidates may also need to travel to area nursing home facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand basic techniques of phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection for various patients.
• Assist technologists with inventory management.
• Enter data into the Laboratory Information system.
• Answer incoming phone calls.

Skills

Phlebotomy techniques

Specimen collection

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Medical Assistant II/Phlebotomist – UnityPoint Health, Allen

Shift: 08:30-05:00, 11:00-07:30 or 12:30-21:00. Every other weekend, holiday rotation, and 3 on‑call shifts per month. 0.8 FTE

Job ID: 183564

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand basic techniques of phlebotomy and specimen collection.


• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection for inpatients, outpatients and nursing home patients.


• Collect urine drug screens for occupational and medical collections.


• Perform routine nursing home draw routes if scheduled in early AM hours.


• Assist technologists with stocking supplies, washing laboratory dishes, inventory management, and follow up on reports.


• After competency, assist in training new staff in phlebotomy.


• Enter data and order samples into the Laboratory Information system.


• Register, order, and receive incoming specimens from reference labs and nursing home clients.


• Navigate the Hospital Information system as required for patient care.


• Answer incoming phone calls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.


• Valid driver’s license.


• Must be able to read, write and speak English.


• Must possess basic computer skills and knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, email, and web browsers.


• May require frequent travel to area nursing home facilities.