Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist, PCA Lake Otis, Full-Time

Primary Care Associates

Salary Range: $20.00-$30.00 hourly

Full-time Benefits:

• Complimentary orthopedic and primary care at OPA and PCA
• Medical and dental insurance coverage beginning within 30 days
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K
• Profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off starting at three weeks per year
• 7 paid holidays per year
• Competitive pay and annual compensation reviews

Schedule: XXXX

This laboratory position can be filled by a phlebotomist, EMT, or medical assistant, and it requires a working knowledge of phlebotomy, specimen processing, audiogram, pulmonary function test, eye exam, EKG procedures, urine collection for drug screens, and physical ability testing.

Your Role at PCA:

As a Phlebotomist at PCA you will collect specimens from patients, (i.e. blood, urine) and ensure maintenance and upkeep of instruments and supply room.

What You'll Do:

• Perform phlebotomy from patients and understanding of proper patient identification methods.
• Instruct patient on special procedures such as fasting requirements, routine urinalysis, stool specimen and 24-hour urine collection.
• Evaluate specimens for integrity and verify proper specimen labeling.
• Verify patient demographic and insurance information in Electronic Health Record system to ensure proper patient identification.
• Ability to communicate with patients when answering questions and provide useful information.
• Complete all necessary test requisitions for in-house and reference lab.
• Ability to adhere and observe universal precautions while working with patients and processing specimens.
• Calibration of audiogram and pulmonary function machines each morning prior to patient testing.
• Ability to explain eye examination, EKGs, pulmonary function test, audiogram, drug screen testing procedures to patient.
• Monitor patient and instrument while test in progress.
• Complete all necessary documentation and paperwork for employer services and private patients.
• Maintain back-office equipment in a clean, safe condition and according to manufacturer's specifications.
• Respect patient's rights to privacy and confidentiality.
• Maintain appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with manager, staff, providers, and patients to ensure coordinated efforts and provision of high-quality service.
• Communicate directly with the department supervisor/manager to report concerns, personal requests, and patient issues.
• Maintain an orderly and professional working environment.
• Report to work properly dressed according to approved dress code.
• Adhere to guidelines concerning scheduled working hours and break periods.
• Participate in education programs needed for recertification, departmental meetings, and workshops as offered.
• Demonstrate and provide support to other colleagues by offering help.
• Assist in the solution of problems as directed by supervisor.
• Weekly supply inventory to ensure enough quantity will suffice the department needs.
• Verify department supply deliveries with packing slips.
• Stock supplies upon receipt.
• Perform related work and other duties as required and assigned.

Why You'll Excel in This Role:

• You have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• You have the ability to react calmly and respond professionally and effectively in unavoidable difficult situations.
• You are detail oriented and a team player.
• You have good oral and written communication skills.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

One or more of the following certifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) obtained from an accredited Medical Assisting program,
• Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist certification (ASCP, AMT),
• EMT license/certification (military training acceptable)

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience in a fast-paced, professional environment such as clinic, hospital or laboratory is preferred. A combination of relevant education, and/or training may be substitute for experience.
• Associate degree from a university or community college

At PCA, you will enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment and exposure to a full range of orthopedic care with orthopedic, injury walk-in, and rheumatology clinics, an imaging center, athletic training and physical, primary care, laboratory services, and occupational and massage therapy.