Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

The Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist responsibilities include specimen collection, diagnostic testing and patient assistance. This is a great opportunity to work with a collaborative team of medical providers, nurses, counselors and medical registration staff.

The successful candidate will bring strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with others, and a strong sense of compassion. This position requires phlebotomy experience, solid computer skills along with flexibility. The core schedule for this position is 5:45 am – 2:15 pm Monday – Friday; 5:45 am – 9:30 am one – two Saturdays per month.

About CompDrug:

For more than 40 years, CompDrug has offered comprehensive services in prevention, intervention and treatment to those seeking help for substance use disorder and mental health issues. We offer medication-assisted treatment using FDA-approved medications. CompDrug’s employees provide outpatient counseling for adults, and numerous prevention programs for youths and adults. Programs include: individual and group counseling, intensive outpatient treatment (IOP), and partial hospitalization program and a wealth of group sessions. Prevention Services include: Youth to Youth International, Overdose Prevention, Pregnant Moms, Senior Sense. Those services combined reach thousands of people every day and are instrumental in saving lives, preventing problems, and proving that treatment works. CompDrug has met the standard for high quality treatment and prevention services, winning several awards and gaining National Accreditation for its Opioid Treatment Program through CARF (Commission for Accreditation for Rehabilitation Facilities), beginning in 2002. Today, CompDrug's programs have achieved the highest level of accreditation awarded by CARF.

CompDrug provides its employees with a collaborative, flexible and supportive environment where ideas and contributions are recognized and valued. Employees are encouraged to develop and grow their skills through training, on the job learning experiences and problem solving.

CompDrug provides a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, student loan repayment, life insurance, parental leave, disability, 403b and paid time off.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for assisting Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, and Nurses in providing care to behavioral health and addiction patients under general supervision.

Duties

Facilitates specimen collection (urine, saliva, blood, breathalyzer), including observed collections and reporting suspected tampering.

Follows chain of custody and prepares specimens for processing.

Provides clear instructions to patients for specimen collection.

Delivers compassionate, trauma-informed care while maintaining professional boundaries in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment

Performs medical procedures (e.g., phlebotomy, pregnancy tests, EKGs) within scope of practice.

Escorts patients to exam rooms; collects vitals, history updates, and completes screenings.

Maintains and restocks medical and toxicology supplies; monitors inventory and places orders as needed.

Accurately updates patient records in the electronic health record (EHR)

Assists with prior authorizations.

Answers phones and provides administrative support to medical staff.

Ensures a safe, secure, and compliant work environment.

Protects patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.

Completes required training, maintains certifications, and pursues continuing education.

Regular and timely attendance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Participates in initial and periodic compliance processes.

Work Experience

Requirements

Certified/Registered Medical Assistant preferred

Phlebotomy certification or prior experience and competence in phlebotomy

Medical Assistant work experience or completion of medical assistant training program required.

CPR certification required within 90 days of employment.

Mental Health or addiction experience preferred.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills combined with a high level of initiative.

Solid computer skills, including experience with electronic health record and Microsoft office.

Ability to bring empathy and compassion to a vulnerable population while maintaining boundaries.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must be able to meet the following physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation: 1) Sit, walk, stand, use hands to manipulate, handle, feel, and control items or equipment; 2) Reach with hands and arms; 3) Talk and hear; 4) See and be able to read, and write; 5) Occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Work is performed in person in an outpatient clinic setting. Role may occasionally require walking across a busy street to other campus buildings.

Education

Vocational/technical school degree.

Qualified individuals may apply online at compdrug.org. We are drug free workplace.

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