Medical Assistant Phlebotomy Float, South Salem Primary Care Salem OR
Company: Interpath Laboratory
Location: Salem
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
South Salem Primary Care , of Praxis Health, is looking for a
friendly and detail oriented Medical Assistant / Phlebotomy Float
with outstanding people skills to join our team at our South Salem
Clinic in a full time position. Qualified candidates will have a
collaborative, team spirit and a willingness to support the needs
of our patients as well as the goals of the job and the team. In
this role, you will perform phlebotomy following standard
procedures and protocols, interact with clients in a friendly and
professional manner, collect and process samples for culture and
maintain specimen integrity from collection to transfer. You will
also you will work in collaboration with the healthcare team to
assist physicians/providers in the delivery of exceptional patient
care. Must have an aptitude to learn and a passion to serve others.
Must be someone who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment Must
have exceptional customer service skills, be highly organized, and
detail oriented Experience with electronic medical records is a
plus We are excited to share with you a short video that shows why
the Praxis Health family is so special. Please click here:
https://youtu.be/MrNWtn42prY Schedule: Full-time, Monday -Friday,
8am - 5pm Travel: Float for Phlebotomy / Medical Assistant needs in
the Mid-Willamette Valley area Benefits We offer a competitive wage
and benefits package, and on top of this, you will work with a
talented group of providers, professionals and co-workers who are
dedicated to the highest standards of quality care. The family of
providers within the Praxis Health values those we provide for and
we value our employees. Benefit Highlights: Laboratory discounts
for in house testing Medical with In-Network & Custom Network
discounts (No cost for employee only coverage) Dental (No cost for
employee only coverage) 401(K) with discretionary employer match
Paid Time Off Essential Job Functions Fulfills patient care
responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules
and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to
exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking
transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam,
etc.; collecting patient history; performing screening per provider
guidelines; assisting providers/nurses with various procedures;
charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering
calls, and providing pertinent information. Fulfills clerical
responsibilities as assigned that may include sending/receiving
patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital
notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as
needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and
patient demographics; managing and updating charts to ensure that
information is complete and filed appropriately; Fulfills
environmental responsibilities as assigned that may include setting
up instruments and equipment according to department protocols;
cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between
patient visits to maintain infection control; keeping appropriate
records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; and restocking
exam/procedure rooms. Fulfills the organizations responsibilities
as assigned including; respecting and promoting patient---s rights;
responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems
relating to patients and or staff with immediate supervisor.
Fulfills medical scribe duties as assigned that may involve
remaining in the exam room alongside the provider and providing
accurate, relevant documentation within the electronic medical
record; thoroughly documenting the medical visit and procedures
along with the chief complaint, medical history, physical exam,
past surgical history, patient education and explanation of risks
and benefits, provider dictated diagnoses, prescriptions and
instructions. Fulfills clinical Medical Assisting responsibilities
that vary according to state law, which may include
medical/surgical asepsis; checking vital signs or measurements;
physical examination preparations, clinical pharmacology; drug
administration through various routes including injections;
prescription verifications with physician's orders; applying
dressings and suture removal; bio hazard waste disposal and
monitoring; therapeutic modalities; instructing patients with
assistive devices, body mechanics and home care; laboratory
procedures including Occupations Safety and Health Administrations
(OSHA) guidelines; quality control methods; CLIA-waived testing;
specimen handling such as urine, throat, vaginal, stool, and
sputum; emergency triage and first aid. Medical Assistants must
adhere to the MA scope of practice in the laboratory. Monitor for
instrumentation alarms and respond to them in a timely manner.
Maintain an awareness of surroundings as part of expectation to
monitor for issues and safety hazards in the work environment.
Maintain a readiness to respond to colleague questions and
instructions Consistently monitors highly detailed information that
requires a high degree of accuracy, including, but not limited to
verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly
identifying patient---s information to specimens. Receive samples
from clients and other Interpath sites. Accurately process samples
in timely manner to ensure Praxis meets established routine and
Stat turnaround times. Maintain specimen integrity from collection
point and up to point transferred to technical staff. Accurately
translate physician orders and diagnoses. Package samples for
referral labs. Print and distribute reports. Follow established
safety protocols. Follow established daily checklist to ensure all
tasks performed on schedule. Understand and adhere to HIPAA
policies, procedures and regulations to assure patient
confidentiality. Understand and practice Medicare rules regarding
ABN---s (Advance Beneficiary Notice). Actively participate in
departmental quality assurance monitors. Follow all established
Internal Quality protocols. Judge adequacy of submitted specimens,
using technical assistance if needed. Is flexible in covering work
shifts as needed on an as needed basis. Perform other work related
duties as assigned. Reliable attendance and presence at work. At
this time, Praxis Health is required to mandate the COVID-19
vaccination for all employees and this will be required as a
condition of employment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer,
reasonable accommodations will be fairly considered. Education &
Experience High School diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
Medical Assisting diploma from an accredited vocational
institution, a community college program in medical assisting. 1
year Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist experience preferred Previous
training/certification from a phlebotomy training program
preferred. Experience with Electrocardiogram (EKG), taking vital
signs, venipuncture, capillary and giving injections preferred.
Excellent communication and customer service skills; attention to
detail; excellent phone skills and ability to multi-task. Other
Requirements: Current CPR certification preferred Must possess
current health records with the appropriate immunization to work in
the health care field (Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis). Praxis Health
is a family of medical groups providing high quality healthcare
throughout the state of Oregon. Our community-based clinics are the
DNA of our business, providing better medicine, advocacy for our
patients, and a satisfying and collaborative culture for our
providers and staff. The Praxis family approach is dynamically
different than other healthcare companies in Oregon. We are not
---big box--- health care, but rather a company of small groups and
clinics, of nimble micro-cultures that can quickly adapt to
industry changes, as well as patient needs. We have been serving
communities across the beautiful and adventurous state of Oregon
for over 50 years And we are pioneers and thought leaders in the
industry. Our commitment to innovative and operational excellence
has allowed us to create healthcare solutions that are both
cost-efficient and cutting edge. Come see how healthcare is done
right While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is
regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or
feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is
occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee
must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to
50 pounds. Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, crawl, bend and twist
as needed. Requires walking on non-level surfaces, inside and
outside the office, throughout the day. Work Environment:
Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings.
OSHA Category This position performs tasks that involve exposure to
blood, body fluids and/or tissues. All employees performing these
duties are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis-B
vaccination series. EOE Disabled/Veteran Praxis Health is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to
all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws.
Keywords: Interpath Laboratory, Salem , Medical Assistant Phlebotomy Float, South Salem Primary Care Salem OR, Healthcare , Salem, Oregon
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