Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist) Midlothian • R20252988

Patient First; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Patient First is seeking a qualified candidate to support clinical operations at our Virginia centers. The role focuses on triage, vital signs, patient preparation, and close collaboration with Physicians and Nurses, while proficiently using the EMR system.

Responsibilities include ordering labs and supplies, assisting with patient care, and maintaining equipment and treatment areas. A minimum of one year of clinical experience is preferred, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and patient service.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Locate patients, obtain vital signs, triage, and prepare patients for exams and treatment.
• Use the electronic medical record system effectively.
• Order labs, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
• Notify nurses/physicians when patients are ready for exam and relay questions.
• Assist clinicians with patient care and treatment.
• Handle requests promptly and with respect.
• Perform lab duties as assigned.
• Sterilize and set up instruments; restock treatment rooms.
• Report to Charge Nurse before leaving shift; follow guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas and laundry as needed.
• Attend staff meetings; operate and maintain equipment.
• Complete checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the shift.
• Be available to assist as needed; support center operations.
• Foster teamwork and provide friendly service in all interactions.

Skills

Clinical experience

Multitasking

Prioritization

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

EMR system

Lab/x-ray ordering

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: $18.75 - $21.25, depending on experience.

Benefits and Other Compensation:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Disability, Life and Long Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending accounts, 40 1(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match)
• Paid Annual Leave, Volunteer Time Off Pay, Bereavement Leave, Emergency Leave Bank
• Overtime Pay, Holiday Pay, Double time compensation for all holidays worked
• Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family

Bonuses include:

• Recruitment bonus
• Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only)