Job detail

Medical Assistant - Laboratory

NORTHEAST COMMUNITY CLINIC

#CPR Certification #Phlebotomy #BLS Certification #Microsoft Excel #Microsoft Word #Microsoft Outlook #Medical Assistant #Venipuncture #Capillary Puncture #Specimen Collection #Pediatric Phlebotomy #Biohazard Disposal

Other On Site 0-2 yrs$24 - $29 / HOURPosted 1 month agoCloses Aug 1

Location

Bell, California

Salary

$24 - $29 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Medical Assistant-Laboratory is responsible for performing venipuncture, collecting blood specimens, and preparing them for transport. They must also maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure the lab area remains clean and compliant with safety regulations.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a Medical Assistant certificate and current CPR/BLS certification, with a preference for three months of phlebotomy experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to travel between facilities is required.

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Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

330
NECC-CMC -
Bell,
CA 90201Salary
Range: $23.75 - $28.75 HourlyPosition Summary The Medical Assistant- Laboratory will be responsible for providing basic laboratory screening, maintaining laboratory records, collecting and submitting laboratory specimens.

Schedule

 Flexible, may require some evening and weekends Primary Duties and Responsibilities  Perform venipuncture and related duties.  Collect blood specimens by venous and capillary puncture.  Draw blood ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and protocols.  Label specimens accordingly, centrifuge, prepare specimens as required by test order, and package specimens for transport.  Maintain records in an accurate and complete manner.  Strict adherence to the policy and procedure manual.  Keeps lab area neat and clean. Disposes of biohazard containers when scheduled.  All other duties as assigned. QualificationsMinimum Requirements
Microsoft Office/Word/Excel/Outlook
Excellent Communication Skills
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Bi-lingual Spanish/English (preferred)
Ability to work as a team player and work independently
Reliable transportation
Must be able to travel from facility to facility
This position requires 10 % travel outside the local area. Required Education/Experience and/or Licensure/Certification
Medical Assistant Certificate or Certified Medical Assistant.
High School Diploma and/or GED equivalent preferred, but not required.
Three months of phlebotomy experience-pediatric and geriatric capillary and venipuncture preferred.
Commitment to goals and philosophy of Northeast Community Clinic
Current CPR and/or BLS Certification
Valid State Identification Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
OSHA Category 1 – Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
The work is majority of the time non-sedentary in nature.
The employee is regularly required to communicate, frequently required to use repetitive motions, move, remain stationary, regularly push, pull and lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds.
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office/clinic setting (in some cases both settings) and to use standard office/clinic equipment, including a computer, stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions, read printed materials and use a computer, and communicate in person and over the telephone.