GraceMed Health Clinic
Phlebotomist (Bilingual)
GraceMed Health Clinic, Wichita, Kansas, United States, 67232
Bilingual Phlebotomist (Crosstrain to Medical Assistant)
Classification:
Non-Exempt, Full-time
Reporting Relationship:
Reports to the Medical Manager
Supervision Responsibilities:
No
Essential Role:
Performs routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease
Duties & Responsibilities:Performs phlebotomy and CLIA waived lab tests, collects and tests patient specimens, assures proper labeling of all materials.Prepares samples for laboratory testing, analysis, or microscopySets-up laboratory equipment.Maintains and stocks lab.Conducts chemical analysis to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.Analyzes samples of biological material for chemical content or reactionCalculates medical diagnostic test results.Follows infectious materials procedures in accordance with policies.Follows safe waste disposal procedures in accordance with policies.Provides patient education as requested.Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.Maintains follow-up system for lab results.Enters analysis of medical tests and clinical results into computer for accountability.Labels blood samples and maintains appropriate documentation records, reports and files.Assists in the development and documentation of protocols related to his or her job functions.Assists in training new staff in proper phlebotomy, labeling, documentation, and data entry.Performs basic medical assisting functions as needed such as rooming patients, taking vitals, recording chief complaints, and assisting providers.
Qualifications:
Education/Certifications/Licenses/RegistrationsHigh school diploma or equivalentCPR certification (must be obtained within 30 days of hire).Phlebotomy certification preferredExperience
Minimum of one year, proven, lab phlebotomist role.Experience in public health preferred.Previous computer experience or training preferred.Electronic medical records experience preferred.Technical Skills
Must possess a thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computers, copiers, and other standard office equipment.Ability to work independently, organize, monitor, and adjust work as necessary to ensure accuracy and timeliness.Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems.Can provide innovative input into the development of the lab medical clinic and its processes.Behavioral
Ability to strongly embrace and personify the mission and values of GraceMed with socio-economic and cultural sensitivity in mind.Must display good verbal and written communication skills, and be able to professionally receive and follow oral instructions.Compassion for patients, family members, and others; along with a nurturing spirit to provide care during stressful situations.
Work Schedule:
Normal schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm., schedule may vary.
Working Conditions:
Medical office setting. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. Bending, stooping, and lifting (up to 50lbs.) may be required. Interaction with physicians, patients and other office personnel. May involve contact with angry, upset or ill persons. May involve potential exposure to blood and body fluids and other hazardous substances. Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to interface with computer. Must have auditory acuity to handle phone calls.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
This job description has been examined for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (May 1995).
Confidentiality:
As an employee of GraceMed Health Clinic, Inc., you are bound by principles of medical ethics. You have both a legal and moral obligation to protect the privacy of our patients. In the course of your work, you will have access to confidential information regarding patients, and/or the practices' confidential business. It is essential that you refrain from any discussions regarding personal information about a patient, a patient's condition, a patient's finances, proprietary company information and/or the practices' confidential business with any third person. This includes, but is not limited to, other employees, your spouse, family or friends. CONFIDENTIALITY IS SO IMPORTANT THAT ANY BREACH OF THIS POLICY WILL BE CONSIDERED GROUNDS FOR TERMINATION. Review and signature of the Agreement is a condition of employment.
Classification:
Non-Exempt, Full-time
Reporting Relationship:
Reports to the Medical Manager
Supervision Responsibilities:
No
Essential Role:
Performs routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease
Duties & Responsibilities:Performs phlebotomy and CLIA waived lab tests, collects and tests patient specimens, assures proper labeling of all materials.Prepares samples for laboratory testing, analysis, or microscopySets-up laboratory equipment.Maintains and stocks lab.Conducts chemical analysis to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.Analyzes samples of biological material for chemical content or reactionCalculates medical diagnostic test results.Follows infectious materials procedures in accordance with policies.Follows safe waste disposal procedures in accordance with policies.Provides patient education as requested.Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.Maintains follow-up system for lab results.Enters analysis of medical tests and clinical results into computer for accountability.Labels blood samples and maintains appropriate documentation records, reports and files.Assists in the development and documentation of protocols related to his or her job functions.Assists in training new staff in proper phlebotomy, labeling, documentation, and data entry.Performs basic medical assisting functions as needed such as rooming patients, taking vitals, recording chief complaints, and assisting providers.
Qualifications:
Education/Certifications/Licenses/RegistrationsHigh school diploma or equivalentCPR certification (must be obtained within 30 days of hire).Phlebotomy certification preferredExperience
Minimum of one year, proven, lab phlebotomist role.Experience in public health preferred.Previous computer experience or training preferred.Electronic medical records experience preferred.Technical Skills
Must possess a thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computers, copiers, and other standard office equipment.Ability to work independently, organize, monitor, and adjust work as necessary to ensure accuracy and timeliness.Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems.Can provide innovative input into the development of the lab medical clinic and its processes.Behavioral
Ability to strongly embrace and personify the mission and values of GraceMed with socio-economic and cultural sensitivity in mind.Must display good verbal and written communication skills, and be able to professionally receive and follow oral instructions.Compassion for patients, family members, and others; along with a nurturing spirit to provide care during stressful situations.
Work Schedule:
Normal schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm., schedule may vary.
Working Conditions:
Medical office setting. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. Bending, stooping, and lifting (up to 50lbs.) may be required. Interaction with physicians, patients and other office personnel. May involve contact with angry, upset or ill persons. May involve potential exposure to blood and body fluids and other hazardous substances. Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to interface with computer. Must have auditory acuity to handle phone calls.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
This job description has been examined for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (May 1995).
Confidentiality:
As an employee of GraceMed Health Clinic, Inc., you are bound by principles of medical ethics. You have both a legal and moral obligation to protect the privacy of our patients. In the course of your work, you will have access to confidential information regarding patients, and/or the practices' confidential business. It is essential that you refrain from any discussions regarding personal information about a patient, a patient's condition, a patient's finances, proprietary company information and/or the practices' confidential business with any third person. This includes, but is not limited to, other employees, your spouse, family or friends. CONFIDENTIALITY IS SO IMPORTANT THAT ANY BREACH OF THIS POLICY WILL BE CONSIDERED GROUNDS FOR TERMINATION. Review and signature of the Agreement is a condition of employment.