Clinical Lab Technician/Medical Assistant
Clinical Lab Technician/Medical Assistant
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Job Description
Location: Jefferson GA Job Type: Full-time Company: MedLink Georgia
About Us:
MedLink GA is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient-centered care across Georgia. We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant/Lab Technician to join our team and support healthcare professionals in providing top-notch medical services to our community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)
- Perform phlebotomy through venous and capillary puncture following established procedures and perform routine in-house laboratory studies.
- Organizes work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; keeping work surfaces clean and orderly.
- Maintains quality results by running standards and controls verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced trouble shooting; calibrating equipment utilizing approved testing procedures; monitoring quality control measures and protocols.
- Prepare specimens for outside laboratory studies.
- Maintain knowledge of specimen collection devices and tubes.
- Maintain equipment keep lab stocked with adequate supplies and keeps work space organized.
- Sterilize medical equipment and maintain it in good working order.
- Practice safe work practices by using PPE appropriately.
- Follow clinic guidelines and protocols and participate in making new ones.
- Share information gathered from patients with appropriate team members to assist in comprehensive care of the patient.
- Provide patient education explaining procedure to patient and documenting education as appropriate for test being performed.
- Assist with completion occupational health visits following established protocols
- Prepare and perform paperwork and clerical duties as necessary including answering phones computer entry etc.
- Manage personal inbox and assist with calling patients for lab test results.
- Participate in community health and disease prevention activities.
- Participate in daily Team Huddles with staff members as required or requested.
- Participate in staff development programs and promote team cohesiveness.
- Treat staff practitioners visitors and patients with dignity and respect.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Certification as a Laboratory Technician Phlebotomist or Medical Assistant required AND at least 1 year of experience in the medical field or completion of an approved internship program OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS
Certification in CPR (preferred)
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
