Medical Assistant II & Phlebotomy Technician, Urgent Care

Sutter Health; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health in Elk Grove, CA seeks a Medical Assistant with phlebotomy duties to support providers and patient care teams in back-office and phlebotomy tasks. You'll help implement the medical plan and ensure specimen integrity.

Requires HS Diploma, MA program diploma, CPTI Phlebotomy Technician I, and BLS; at least 1 year of relevant experience preferred. Schedule is full-time with 36 hours per week and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (diploma within 90 days).
• CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I certification required.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
• 1 year of recent relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of CA Medical Assistant scope of practice and clinical protocols for vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Provide back-office, patient-related and phlebotomy tasks.
• Assist patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures and specimen handling to preserve integrity.
• Support smooth patient flow and workflow in the department.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team.

Skills

Medical terminology

Vital signs knowledge

Teamwork

Independence

English communication

Education

HS Diploma

Medical Assistant program diploma

CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I

BLS - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Tools

Phlebotomy procedures

Job description

Organization

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office, patient-related and phlebotomy tasks supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Performs laboratory procedures in phlebotomy and specimen handling to preserve specimen integrity that are in the scope of practice for the phlebotomy field of work. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers.

Education

• HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Other: Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (Must present diploma within 90 days)

Certification & Licensure

• CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Typical Experience

1 year of recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of scope of practice for Medical Assistants in the State of California.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Knowledge of clinical protocols for vital signs.
• Knowledge of normal values for vital signs (Blood Pressure, Pulse, Respirations, Temperature).
• Knowledge of medical positioning for patients.
• Knowledge of effective teamwork dynamics between front and back-office staff.
• Sufficient knowledge of medical terminology and the English language, to understand and communicate in a reasonable manner, the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Job Shift

Varied

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

12

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Saturday, Sunday

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

36

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $32.21 to $45.09 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position’s primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.