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ASCP



Certified Medical Assistant



Current Healthcare Provider CPR Card



Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience



SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist is responsible for assisting physicians with patient care, performing appropriate procedures, preparing exam rooms & equipment, including specimen accessioning and processing. The phlebotomist duties are varied in nature requiring independent judgment calls performed by prescribed guidelines; and procedures are performed under supervision, instruction and direction of the Practice Manager/Office Coordinator, following Physician orders, and under strict adherence to aseptic techniques to prevent infection and/or spread of infections. The Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist is also responsible for maintaining records & interacting in a professional, friendly manner with patients & family members, physicians, staff & visitors. Based on the structure of the office and may be required to fill Patient Service Representative job duties & tasks, as required. Work requires occasional communication outside of the work group. Requires occasional communication outside of workgroup for providing or receiving factual information. Courtesy & tact are required in dealing with customers.

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with Ascension Health Core Values, St. Agnes & Seton Medical Group Policies & Procedures & applicable civil laws. Is accountable for efficient use of resources & support of the St. Agnes mission.

Essential functions:

- Escorts patients to exam rooms; and records initial patient history, and notes vital signs and chief complaints in the patient’s medical record, per physician guidelines.

- Completes all necessary documentation including immunization records and logs.

- Assists physicians with examinations, assists with procedures as requested.

- Administers injections and medications and documents medical records, as ordered by physician.

- Calls pharmacies to refill prescriptions under the direction of a physician.

- Performs lab procedures. Accurately completes and submits paperwork to appropriate lab based on patient’s insurance.

- Manages charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.

- Sends and receives hospital notes, referral information, and other medical office correspondence.

- Prepares referral forms ensuring appropriate referral physicians are selected, according to office policy and protocol.

- Handles callbacks, patient test results, and lab requests, as requested by physician.

- Cleans exam rooms and equipment, performing sterilization procedures as necessary.

- Keeps exam rooms properly stocked with medical supplies, forms and other materials needed. Monitors refrigerator temperature.

- Monitors vaccines and lab supply levels. Reviews expiration dates on vaccines and samples. Purges expired medications per SMG policy. Places orders, as needed.

- Triages patient phone calls, documents information from patients via telephone, and translates information to physicians for response. Places return calls, as directed by physicians.

- Consistently provides high quality phlebotomy services to patients by:

· Confirming patient ID prior to phlebotomy using appropriate actions including nursing identification of patient when indicated with the outcome of a properly labeled specimen.

· Choosing the appropriate collection procedure for the individual patient and banking procedures for Blood Bank specimens.

· Providing explanation of procedures to patients and families.

· Responding to patients and families questions/concerns in a polite, courteous, professional, and confidential manner.

- Strictly adheres to appropriate waste disposal as indicated by SAHC/SMG’s Policies and Procedures.

- Prepares equipment to efficiently collect blood products.

- Performs venipuncture, arterial and capillary punctures as directed by physician and following medical practice protocols related to safety, infection control and confidentiality.

- Conducts laboratory tests on specimens.

- Enters data into computer and/or patient charts.

- Cleans/sterilizes equipment, instruments, and work area following safety, cleanliness, and infection control procedures.

- Inventories supplies and places orders to ensure adequate supplies for procedures.

- Any and all duties as assigned,

General duties:

– Demonstrates knowledge of the practice operations and related policies.

– Complies with established departmental policies for attendance, punctuality, procedures and safety.

– Comply with SMG/SAHC Policies and Procedures.

– Adhere to all Federal Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, by protecting the privacy & security of all patient/client health information.

– Participate in departmental & organizational meetings.

– Consistently and independently follows established safety and infection control procedures. Intervenes in unsafe situations.

– Complies with the standards of conduct and Corporate Responsibility Program and seeks guidance when in doubt.

– Meets or exceeds expectations of individuals for whom service is provided.

– Participates on interdepartmental, hospital and departmental committees as appropriate.

Required Education: Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from two year college or technical school.

Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from four year college or university.

Required License, Certification and/or Registration: Phlebotomy certification by ASCP or equivalent phlebotomy certification organization and valid CPR from the American Heart Association.

Required Experience: Three to five years’ experience in hospital, medical office, or clinical laboratory functioning in a job title encompassing use of phlebotomy skills and/or specimen processing.

Preferred Experience: Five to ten years’ experience in hospital, medical office, or clinical laboratory functioning in a job title encompassing use of phlebotomy skills and/or specimen processing.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision received from: Practice Managers and/or Office Coordinator and Lead Physicians.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Mathematical Skills:

- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals, ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

- Job tasks are predictable and usually require the selection from standard operating procedures. Requires analysis to determine appropriate procedure and monitoring results.

Language Skills:

- Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences. Writing is required to record basic information, complete checklists.

Problem Solving:

- Problems encountered have usually been dealt with before and standard operating procedures are available.

Computer Skills:

- Intermediate Level Computer Skills:

§ Intermediate level word processing skills.

§ Intermediate level spreadsheet skills.

§ Intermediate level database skills.

- Specific Software Knowledge:

§ Medical Records Software

Other than computer:

- Range of medical record equipment and supplies (EKG, nebulizer, spirometer, autoclave, etc.)

- Sterile garb, masks, and gloves (powder free) when required

- Manual files and sorters

- Facsimile

- Copier machines

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Minimum of 5 years of experience



Summary: The Phlebotomist possesses excellent communication skills, organizational and public relation skills. A concern for excellence in patient care and a cheerful personality are essential.

Frequent communication outside of the work group is required to resolve disagreements, reach agreements and clarify issues/processes. Responsibility exists to ensure that internal customers are satisfied with service.

Possesses knowledge of laboratory testing and procedures to serve as a resource for clients and customers.

Demonstrates the ability to work quickly and accurately in an environment with many distractions.

Performs clinical duties, including venipuncture and skin puncture, in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.

Possesses a thorough understanding of chemical and bio-hazardous situations in the laboratory and follows all precautions listed in the departmental chemical hygiene and exposure control plans.

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with Ascension Health Core Values, St. Agnes policies/procedures and applicable civil laws. Accountable for efficient use of resources and support of the St. Agnes mission.

Required Education: High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Education: Completion of a Phlebotomy course through a local community college or other organization. Phlebotomy certification by ASCP or equivalent phlebotomy certification organization

Required experience: Minimum five years experience in hospital, medical office, or clinical laboratory functioning in a job title encompassing use of phlebotomy skills and/or specimen processing.

Preferred Experience: Experience in a hospital Emergency Department setting. Experience performing skin punctures. Knowledge of medical terminology. Keyboarding.]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2073348-Maryland-Phlebotomist


Minimum of 3 years of experience

Summary: The Phlebotomist possesses excellent communication skills, organizational and public relation skills. A concern for excellence in patient care and a cheerful personality are essential.

Frequent communication outside of the work group is required to resolve disagreements, reach agreements and clarify issues/processes. Responsibility exists to ensure that internal customers are satisfied with service.

Possesses knowledge of laboratory testing and procedures to serve as a resource for clients and customers.

Demonstrates the ability to work quickly and accurately in an environment with many distractions.

Performs clinical duties, including venipuncture and skin puncture, in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.

Possesses a thorough understanding of chemical and bio-hazardous situations in the laboratory and follows all precautions listed in the departmental chemical hygiene and exposure control plans.

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with Ascension Health Core Values, St. Agnes policies/procedures and applicable civil laws. Accountable for efficient use of resources and support of the St. Agnes mission.

Required Education: High school diploma or GED.

Required Experience: Minimum of three years experience in hospital, medical office, or clinical laboratory functioning in a job title encompassing use of phlebotomy skills and/or specimen processing.]]> Sun, 04 Dec 2011 14:00:00 GMT 2003750-Maryland-Phlebotomist