Medical Assistant​/LAB; St. Augustine

This is a full time position. Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-6:30 pm.

Must have current valid Florida medical assistant’s certification.

The Medical Assistant/Lab Technician is responsible for assisting nurses or providers with procedures and examinations as needed and for efficient and safe collection of appropriate blood samples from patients for testing.

• Collects patient samples for diagnostic tests, using venipuncture, swabs, finger sticks, and other appropriate methods of collection.
• Logs all lab encounters.
• Performs CLIA waived tests as directed by provider.
• Logs other tests, such as sexually transmitted diseases, as required for government record keeping.
• Pulls lab results charts for provider review.
• Performs diagnostic tests and screens as contracted, including, but not limited to DNA tests, drug screens.
• Corrects diagnostic codes as needed for insurance billing.
• Maintain lab manifest.
• Collects and stores specimens for outside testing.
• Assists nurses or providers with procedures and examination procedures as needed.
• Performs CLIA waived laboratory procedures.
• Performs specific functions in conjunction with health assessment such as vital signs, weight, height, etc.
• Assists in maintaining stock for examining rooms/lab and general maintenance of examining rooms/lab.
• Serves as a patient educator by providing information on specific health care issues.
• Documents accurately in the medical record.