SRCC Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Kaweah Health; Visalia, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist to support physicians in the outpatient setting. The role includes patient preparation, assisting with procedures, venipuncture, and basic clerical duties.

Under supervision of an LVN/RN, you will maintain patient flow, record vital signs, and ensure accurate documentation in the medical record and lab systems. Heartsaver AED certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program or proof of training under a licensed physician.
• CA Phlebotomy I certification required.
• Heartsaver AED certification.
• One to two years experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam rooms for patient visit. Stocks and orders supplies as needed.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms. May take and record vital signs.
• May be assigned to perform, label, and record venipuncture and capillary puncture.
• Enters appropriate information into medical records and lab reports.
• Maintains department computer systems and lab quality control.

Skills

Venipuncture

Vital signs

Medical office assistance

Education

CA Phlebotomy I certification

Medical Assistant training program

Tools

Medical office computer systems

Job description

## SRCC Medical Assistant/PhlebotomistApply: USA, CA, Visalia: Part time: Posted Yesterday: R26\\_0000002144Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.**Benefits Eligible**Not Benefits Eligible**Work Shift**Day - 8 Hour or less Shift (United States of America)**Department**7641 SRCC Medical Oncology-VisaliaUnder the direction of an LVN/RN and/or licensed medical professional, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of patient care activities to assist medical providers and support the delivery of patient care in the medical office.QUALIFICATIONSLicense /Certification Required:CA Phlebotomy I certificationHeartsaver AED Education Required: Completion of a Medical Assistant training program or proof of training under a licensed physician.Experience:Preferred: one to two years experienceJOB RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Prepares exam rooms for patient visit. Stocks and orders supplies as needed. Arranges for sterilization of instruments and makes sure equipment is clean and in good repair and in proper place before each patient visit. Escorts patients to exam rooms. May take and record vital signs. Makes sure all paperwork is completed. Assists with patient flow. Assists care givers with procedures and treatments as directed and allowed by scope of care practices. May be assigned to perform, label, and record venipuncture and capillary puncture according to written procedures. Labels and maintains proper storage for specimens and tests. Delivers tests and obtains results. Enters appropriate information into medical record, adhering to medical record guidelines. Ensures that lab reports, X-rays and other information are in patient's records. May be required to obtain pre-certification for procedures. Assures correct coding for filling and forms are in proper place in record. May monitor and record quality checks for lab tests and equipment. Uses department computer systems to enter and obtain information/documentation. Maintains quality control and participates in performance improvement projects. Attends required meetings, and in-services. Provides instructions to patient as required. Distributes out-patient education materials as directed. Schedules patients for testing procedures. Conducts all aspects of patient problem follow-up in coordination with the medical provider. Answers telephone, refers calls, makes appointments, and provides appropriate information and referrals, as needed. May be assigned to transport patients. Performs venipunctures, runs specimens for CBC, and performs quality controls on the analyzers. All SRCC employees may be required to work at any of the offices- Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology both in Visalia and in Hanford.Addendum (essential for specific dept)MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT DUTIES ALSO RESPONSIBLE FOR: Performs standard clerical duties, including sorting of mail, answering telephones, returning calls, maintaining files, copying and mailing correspondence. Able to operate all office equipment. May also be responsible for taking meeting minutes and scheduling appointments for the department. May order supplies and handle related paperwork. Schedules appointments following department procedures. Answers telephone, screens and refers calls, takes messages. Responds to routine requests for information. Greets patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner. Checks-in patients, verifies and updates necessary information in the medical record or computer system. Ensures proper client intake at front desk. May be required to research information needed to complete billing process. May be assigned to key charge information into computer systems for billing purposes. May determine client payment status, i.e., Medi-Cal, Insurance, Cash, etc. When necessary makes referral to benefit counselor. May collect copays, deductibles, etc. Provides receipts as required. May be assigned to complete charge postings. May obtain, maintain and file medical record, coordinate lab work, physicians reports, x-rays, etc. Distributes medical reports as assigned. May enter appropriate information into medical record, adhering to medical record guidelines. May ensures that all documents have been reviewed and filed in medical record according to procedure. Complies with confidentiality policies.Additional Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care. Performs other duties as assigned.**Pay Range**$24.31 -$36.46