Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician, Urgent Care and Walk In Clinics

Sutter Health • Sacramento, CA, US • $30 - $36 / hour • 3w ago

Organization:

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview:

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office, patient-related and phlebotomy tasks supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Performs laboratory procedures in phlebotomy and specimen handling to preserve specimen integrity that are in the scope of practice for the phlebotomy field of work. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Other: Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

CPTI-Certified Phlebotomy Technician I - California Dept of Public Health
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1 year of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of scope of practice for Medical Assistants in the State of California.
Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Knowledge of clinical protocols for vital signs.
Knowledge of normal values for vital signs (Blood Pressure, Pulse, Respirations, Temperature).
Knowledge of medical positioning for patients.
Knowledge of effective teamwork dynamics between front and back office staff.
Sufficient knowledge of medical terminology and the English language, to understand and communicate in a reasonable manner, the duties of the position.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

TRAVEL

Travel required as needed.

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every Weekend

Benefits:

Unions:

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Number of Openings:

This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $30.71 to $36.82 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.