Medical Assistant Lab/Phlebotomist Job at LUKE, Portsmouth, VA

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  • LUKE
  • Portsmouth, VA

Job Description

MEDICAL ASSISTANT (LAB) & PHLEBOTOMIST

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SITE OF SERVICE:

Branch health/medical clinics (BHCs) and TRICARE Prime Clinics (TPCs) associated with Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA. 

POSITION QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:

Medical Assistant:

  • Education/Degree: Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate & be a graduate from a medical assistant training program accredited by (One of the following):
    • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
    • Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) of the American Medical Technologists
    • Formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces, OR other formal program approved by the MTF
  • Experience: Possess a minimum of one (1) year of experience within the last three (3) years performing venipunctures and finger-sticks on patients from pediatric to geriatric.

 

Phlebotomist:

  • Education/Degree: Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate & completion of a NAACLS Accredited or two-part Phlebotomy Program
  • Experience: Must have performed 40 hours classroom training, 100 hours of clinical training and 100 successful venipuncture. Possess a minimum of one (1) year of experience within the last three (3) years performing venipunctures and finger-sticks on patients from pediatric to geriatric.

 

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart or American Red Cross.

Additional Requirements: Provide two (2) letters of recommendation written within the last two (2) years.

  U.S. Citizenship: HCWs performing under this contract shall be U.S. citizens.

English Language Requirement: The Contractor shall ensure that all HCWs providing services under this contract are able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate.

Physical Capability: HCWs shall be physically capable of standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services.

 

DUTIES:

·        As directed, perform basic "waived testing" as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), to include screening tests and other tests cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

·        Prepare specimens for transport in accordance with Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) policy.

·        Perform precise and accurate laboratory testing according to established laboratory procedures.

·        Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.

·        Practice aseptic techniques as necessary. Comply with infection control guidelines to include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of infectious wastes, and the use of universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection.

·        Function with an awareness and application of safety procedures.

·        Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Anticipate potential problems/emergencies and make appropriate interventions. Notify supervisor, director, or other designated person regarding problems that the HCW is unable to manage.

 

LOCATION HOURS:

Vary by location – apply to inquire and discuss scheduling

Base Down Days:

During a planned closure of the facility due to training, closures before or after holidays family down days, Employee will only be compensated for the actual hours worked. If the clinic is closed and the employee is not able to work, the employee will be required to use leave or take LWOP (without penalty). 

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must be able and willing to reprioritize on short notice and work on multiple simultaneous projects. Flexible and able to work with various personalities. Teamwork skills required. Time management skills required. The ability to meet deadlines in a deadline intensive environment is essential. High level of adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

LUKE is an Equal Opportunity employer 

Links: To learn more about LUKE , please visit our website at:

 

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, For contractors, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours,

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