Medical Assistant Phlebotomist - East Compton Clinic

MLK Community Healthcare; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare in Compton, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy to support physicians with procedures, patient history, and smooth patient flow. The role serves as a liaison among physicians, patients, and staff and requires a practical, patient-centered approach.

Key duties include injections, immunizations, EKGs, venipuncture, and lab specimen handling, with an emphasis on accurate documentation and adherence to office protocols.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; five years experience can substitute.
• Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate.
• Minimum of one year experience in a medical practice environment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.
• California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) required.
• Certification by a Medical Board of California approved MA certifying organization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in performing office procedures and duties related to patient care as requested, adhering to documentation standards based on Office Protocols.
• Assess patient flow and address interruptions, escalating to Practice Manager when needed.
• Perform basic Medical Assistant tasks such as injections, immunizations, pulmonary function tests, vision/hearing tests, and EKGs.
• Take thorough patient histories, document preventive care, assist with medication reconciliation, and transcribe family histories.
• Review orders for completeness, cancel incorrect orders, and notify the Practice Manager of issues.
• Handle specimen collection and lab specimen prep, including point-of-care testing and venipuncture.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate

California CPT I (Phlebotomy) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred MA Certification (Medical Board CA approved)

Minimum one year medical practice experience

Job description

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy provides assistance to physicians with patient related procedures, patient history and is responsible for maintaining a smooth patient flow, and functions as liaison between the physicians, patients, and medical office staff.

Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Salary Range (Depending on Experience)
$23.12 - $35.84

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist providers in performing office procedures and duties related to patient care as requested adhering to documentation standards based on Office Protocols.


• Consistently assesses the patient flow by identifying those areas or problems that are causing interruptions and resolves them or brings to the attention of Practice Manager


• Performs basic Medical Assistant functions based on assigned office such as Injections, Immunization, Pulmonary function testing, Snellen, Hearing exams and Electrocardiograms.


• Acquires thorough patient histories and documents preventative care, assists with medication reconciliation and transcribes family history and any forms based on office protocol


• Reviews each patient orders for completeness and cancels any order not done prior to patient check out. Consistently rectifies inaccuracies and calls them to the Practice Manager attention.


• Reviews each referral and laboratory requisition for correct patient, accurate tests and diagnosis and the correct laboratory.


• Specimen handling, including but not limited to point of care testing, venipuncture, cultures, biopsies and preparation for lab pick up


• Obtains waivers and consents and documents thoroughly what procedures were performed and instruction given to patients using electronic medical records or following guidelines in Office Protocol


• Appropriately prepares examination rooms immediately after patient’s visits. Maintains rooms stocked with supplies and are disinfected daily based on Office Protocol


• Assures the patient is checked out and has been provided with the Patient Summary Plan. Reviews the Patient Summary Plan to assure the patient clearly understands all instructions based on direction from providers.


• Exhibits tact, courtesy, respect, cooperation and support in every aspect of their job when with patients, staff and providers always adhering to


• Perform duties with speed and accuracy while observing the guidelines set forth by OSHA, HIPPA, DHS, CLIA, EPA and specific contracts.


• Other duties assigned that are reasonably associated with the essential functions of the job as requested by Practice Manager.

Position Requirements

• Education


• High School diploma or equivalent required. Candidates with at least five (5) years of experience will be considered in lieu of diploma.


• Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate.


• Qualifications/Experience


• Minimum of one year experience in a medical practice environment.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association


• California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) required.


• Certified by any Medical Board of California Approved Medical Assistant Certifying Organizations preferred.


• Special Skills/Knowledge


• Knowledge of medical technology, procedural terminology and diagnostic codes.


• Ability to maintain a professional and patient care oriented attitude.


• Ability to work in a fast paced and technically advanced environment requiring flexibility and adaptability.

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