Medical Assistant Phlebotomist - East Compton Clinic

Ocean State Job Lot; Compton, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare in East Compton is seeking a Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist to support physicians with patient care, history taking and procedure assistance. The role focuses on efficient patient flow and accurate documentation in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities include injections, immunizations, venipuncture, ECGs and point-of-care tests, with attention to safety and professional patient interactions. Training in EMR and office protocols is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in a medical practice environment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.
• Certified by any Medical Board of California Approved Medical Assistant Certifying Organizations 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 resolve interruptions; inform Practice Manager of issues.
• Perform MA duties such as injections, immunizations, and basic tests (Pulmonary function, Snellen, hearing, ECG).
• Obtain patient histories, document preventative care, and assist with medication reconciliation.
• Review orders and referrals for accuracy; rectify inaccuracies with Practice Manager.
• Handle specimens, point-of-care testing, venipuncture, cultures and lab prep.
• Prepare examination rooms, maintain supplies, and ensure sanitation per protocol.
• Explain Patient Summary Plan to ensure patient understanding of instructions.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient care

Fast paced environment

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Medical Assistant Phlebotomist - East Compton Clinic

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.

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.

A. 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.

B. Qualifications/Experience

• Minimum of one year experience in a medical practice environment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
• Certified by any Medical Board of California Approved Medical Assistant Certifying Organizations preferred.

C. 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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MLK Community Healthcare
1680 E 120th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90059
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Email: [e-mail]
www.mlkch.org

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