Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist) Central Park • R20261903

Patient First; Central (LA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Medical treatment

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Annual Leave

Overtime & Holiday Pay

Recruitment bonus

Patient Care Bonus

Job summary

Patient First is seeking a compassionate healthcare assistant to support nurses and physicians in our Louisiana centers. You will locate patients, obtain vital signs, triage, and prepare for exams while maintaining the EMR and supply chain functions.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient care, and efficient multitasking in a fast-paced setting. Eligibility includes a high school diploma and CPR training; lifting up to 50 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in hospital or physician’s office preferred.
• Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods (4–7 hours).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
• Prioritize and multitask.
• Willingness to work at any center due to staffing emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Locate patients and obtain accurate vital signs.
• Triage patients and prepare for exams by physicians and nurses.
• Use the electronic medical record system.
• Order labs, x-ray, and supplies as directed.
• Assist nurses and physicians with patient care.

Skills

Clinical experience

Multitasking

Stamina

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to the following:

• Locating patients, obtaining accurate vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaging patients, assessing patients’ medical condition, and preparing patients for physicals and medical treatment by Physicians and Nurses;
• Understanding and using the electronic medical record system;
• Ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed;
• Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when the patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs;
• Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care;
• Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner;
• Performing lab duties as assigned;
• Sterilizing and setting up instruments;
• Receiving and storing supplies; restocking treatment rooms as needed;
• Reporting to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift;
• Following ancillary guidelines as deemed necessary by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, DMS, and Physician;
• Adhering to established policies and procedures;
• Maintaining cleanliness of the treatment area and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines and other maintenance assignments as directed;
• Washing, drying, folding, and restocking laundry; maintaining the cleanliness of the washing machine and dryer lint trap;
• Attending staff meetings as scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS;
• Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained;
• Completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift;
• Being available to assist as needed, as breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to provide necessary patient care or to maintain center operations;
• Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere;
• Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;
• Understanding and performing all duties as assigned.

Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Must be 18 years of age or older;
• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office preferred;
• Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system;
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time);
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds;
• Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills;
• Ability to prioritize and multitask;
• Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Salary Range: $20.00 – $23.00, depending on experience.

Benefits and Other Compensation:

• Discounted Medical treatment at any Patient First location (employees only)
• 40 1(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match, for employees who qualify)
• Paid Annual Leave, Overtime Pay, Double time compensation for all holidays worked
• Recruitment bonus
• Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only)