Medical Assistant (Phlebotomist) Midlothian, VA • R20262512

Patient First; Virginia; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Disability/Life/LT Care Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Annual Leave

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Patient First in Virginia is seeking a patient-focused professional to support clinical operations at our center. The role involves locating patients, obtaining vitals, triaging, and preparing for exams under supervision of physicians and nurses.

You will assist with lab duties, sterilize instruments, and ensure smooth treatment room readiness while coordinating with clinical staff to provide timely patient care. A commitment to teamwork and patient-centered service is essential.

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 (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 prioritized and multitask.
• Willingness to work at any center due to staffing or center emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Locate patients and obtain vital signs and triage.
• Understand and use the electronic medical record system.
• Order labs, x-ray, and supplies as directed.
• Notify Nurse/Physician when ready for exam; communicate symptoms and lab needs.
• Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient care and treatment.
• Respond promptly to physician requests and patient care needs.
• Perform lab duties as assigned.
• Sterilize and setup instruments.
• Receive and store supplies; restock treatment rooms.

Skills

ability to hear alerts

mobility

multitask

prioritize tasks

customer service

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

CPR training

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:

Bonuses include:

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