What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Secretary/Medical Assistant position at Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center?
Category:
Ashland Medical Center
Department:
Laboratory
Schedule:
FTE: 1.0 Full Time
About the Job:
The Laboratory Secretary/Medical Assistant is responsible for processing outpatient requests for service, answering incoming calls to the lab, communicating with technical staff, maintaining filing systems, databases and utilizing the laboratory and hospital information systems accurately. Also cross trained in blood specimen collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture, urine drug screen collection, and waived testing. Duties also include updating policies and forms under direction of Lab leadership. Through daily contact with patients, doctors, nurses, etc., the lab secretary works to improve the public relations of the Laboratory departments and promote patient satisfaction.
Requirements:
- High school graduate or GED.Graduate of a medical assistant CAAHEP or ABHES approved program OR Graduate of a Phlebotomy Technician program with certification in Phlebotomy by AMT, ASCP, NHA or NCCT.
- CMA or Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required within one year of employment.
- At least 1 year of hospital or clinical experience required.
- Strong medical terminology skills.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Must be proficient with the electronic medical record and registration processes within 30 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills, working with all age groups.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft office applications.
- Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
- Must have strong attention to detail and maintain accurate records.
Benefits and Salary:
Commensurate with position and experience. Comprehensive benefits package to include: medical, HSA, dental, 403(b) with employer match of 5%, PTO, wellness benefits, etc.
About Us:
AMC is a regional medical center that serves patients from 7 counties in northwest Wisconsin and Gogebic County in Michigan. We have more than 70 full-time physicians and specialists on-staff and over 600 employees who are dedicated to providing quality care. Our charming city of Ashland, WI is located on the shores of Lake Superior near Bayfield and the 21 Apostle Islands, and boasts a strong community, historic charm, modern conveniences and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. Our passion and driving force is to see the people of our community live healthy, productive lives.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
