Phlebotomist I

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group P C; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

TPMG is seeking a Phlebotomist to join Holland Road Family Medicine in Virginia Beach, VA 23462. You will collect, order, and process laboratory specimens and handle billing for the Central Laboratory.

The role requires CMA/CCMA/NRCMA/CCMA or RMA certification with at least 6 months phlebotomy experience, and you must work effectively with diverse staff and patients. Compensation starts at $15.00 per hour, experience-based.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Phlebotomist credential required.
• Minimum 6 months phlebotomy experience.
• Experience with NextGen EMR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens for testing at Central Laboratory or reference labs.
• Order and post-collection management in lab systems.
• Accurately bill specimens and review billing reports.
• Ensure specimen delivery to Central Laboratory and external labs.
• Schedule patient appointments and check-in processes.
• Maintain professional interactions with patients and staff.
• Operate laboratory instruments and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Laboratory equipment handling

Medical terminology

Laboratory instrumentation

Laboratory reporting

Clear communication

EMR system proficiency

Billing orders accuracy

Work hour adherence

Multi-system navigation

Team collaboration

Instruction reading

Independent work

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Phlebotomist

6 months phlebotomy experience

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Holland Road Family Medicine - Virginia Beach, VA 23462Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedJob Category: OtherPosition Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting, ordering, and processing laboratory specimens; billing lab orders and performing clerical duties for Central Laboratory.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurate patient appointment scheduling.


• Accurate patient check in and demographic data entry in NextGen computer system.


• Collect acceptable specimens ordered by TPMG or non-TPMG physicians for testing at Central Laboratory and/or other reference laboratories.


• Accurate specimen ordering and post collection management in lab computer and NextGen systems.


• Accurate billing of specimens collected.


• Review appropriate reports to ensure billing accuracy.


• Specimen reconciliation to ensure orders have been resulted to Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.


• Waived specimen testing and reporting as appropriate.


• Process patient specimens for delivery to Central Laboratory or other laboratories as appropriate.


• Process specimens collected at other sites for delivery to Central Lab.


• Work effectively without daily supervision.


• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation starts at $15.00 per hour, with the final hourly rate determined by the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform routine laboratory tests.


• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to operate, clean and sterilize.


• Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology to communicate with medical and laboratory staff.


• Skill in operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.


• Skill in proper reporting of laboratory tests.


• Skill in communicating clearly with diverse publics.


• Skill in use of electronic medical record as appropriate.


• Skill in appropriately billing orders collected.


• Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer.


• Ability to work in multiple computer systems effectively.


• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.


• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and follow written protocols.


• Ability to work independently.

Education / Training / Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, CCMA, NRCMA, CCMA, or RMA) or Certified Phlebotomist.


• Prior phlebotomy experience required. Minimum 6 months.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for periods of time.


• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.


• Ability to climb or balance for limited periods of time.


• Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 30 lbs. *


• Ability to grasp and hold up to 25 lbs.*


• Ability to hear normal voice level communications in person or through the telephone.


• Ability to speak clearly and understandably.


• Ability to smell.

Success Factors

• Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values


• Excellent Time Management/Organized


• Open Communication/Positive


• Goal Driven


• Excellent Customer Service


• Juggles Multiple Priorities


• Accuracy and Attention to Detail

All statements are essential functions of the position unless identified as non-essential by an asterisk (*).