Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Certified Medical Assistant, Clinical Laboratory, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, Genetics, Injections, Journalism, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Testing, Medical Assistance, Patient Confidentiality, Phlebotomy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Sample/Specimen Processing, Test Requirements, Women's Health, Writing Skills
General Requirements:
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
- Current CMA, RMA or similar certification
- Active CPR/BLS Certification
- Knowledge of women's health terminology and procedures
- Experience performing venipuncture and finger sticks
- Ability to handle high patient volume lab draws
- Proper specimen handling for time-sensitive test
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Cleaning and setting up exam rooms with appropriate instruments
- Preparing patient exams
- Taking vitals and pregnancy-related monitoring.
- Assist in cleaning instruments per protocol.
- Drawing blood for prenatal screening panels, genetic testing, glucose tolerance testing
- Processing and labeling specimens accurately
- Maintaining lab supplies and equipment
- Documenting patient information in EHR system
- Educating patients
- Maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality
- Strong communication skills
Skills Required:
- Clinical - taking vitals, assisting with procedures, administrating injections
- Lab- collecting, preparing and processing specimens
- Understanding lab tests and requirements
- Strong computer skills and ability to adapt to current office technology.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good attention to detail
Qualifications:
- CMA, RMA or similar certification with phlebotomy experience
- CPR/BLS and Mandatory Reporter certification.
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West Des Moines OBGYN Associates, PC