Medical Assistant

CruzMedMo

Laboratory Assistant/Technician

Hourly

Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $21 - 30

CruzMedMo is a vehicle to deliver an innovative approach to healthcare for a modern society, designed to meet our changing expectations around access, convenience, price transparency and accountability in our community.

Job Summary

Under general supervision of licensed laboratory personnel, the Medical Technician performs a wide variety of patient care support services in the Laboratory. Working as a Laboratory Technician at CruzMedMo is fast-paced and dynamic. You will be working directly with patients, processing tests, recording information and generally maintaining the cleanliness of the work environment. This is a great position for someone who is interested in a career in the medical field and wants hands-on experience. No experience is necessary*. We will train the right person.

*for candidates just performing swabbing

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures patients have been greeted

• Assist with data collection

• Identifies patients with special needs and provides appropriate assistance

• Performs tests accurately in a timely manner

• Accepts and receives specimens for processing in a timely manner

• Provides clear instructions for other sample collections according to established policies and procedures

• Receives, processes, tracks and sends specimens accurately and in a timely manner

• Maintains Central Processing

• Works with a variety of clinicians

• Maintains patient confidentiality

• Contacts clinicians with questions

• Assist office staff with patient registration and collection of payment

• In addition to the key accountabilities listed, employees working in this position are expected to accept and perform other duties as requested.

• Run controls in coordination Lab Director or RN, and perform daily/weekly/monthly lab checks

Qualifications:

• At least one year of customer service or related experience

• High school diploma or equivalent

• MA or EMT certification if performing phlebotomy

• Interest in the medical field and in supporting patient care

• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance

• Knowledge of medical terminology

• Critical thinking and ability to recognize and respond to emergencies are required.

• Flexibility, professionalism, prioritization, multitasking and attention to detail

• Empathy and understanding

Closing Duties:

• Sweep

• Take out trash/recycling (Tuesday by EOD)

• Check and restock inventory

• Clean/disinfect work surfaces

• Assist in temp logs

Desired Qualifications:

• Current California State Certification as a Phlebotomist OR C Emergency Medical Technician OR Certified Medical Assistant

• 2 years acute care experience (or similar work setting)

• Bilingual Spanish/English

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care
• Urgent Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
We are swabbing anyone requiring or suspicious of COVID-19 in their cars. PPE for staff include: N-95, gloves, shields and sanitizer.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Santa Cruz, CA 95062: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• spanish and english (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: One location