Part Time Phlebotomist - Copley

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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

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Location: 142 Berkley St. Boston, MA 02116

Department: Laboratory

Schedule: Part time, 20 hours/week. Monday - Friday, 8am - 12p

As the Lab Associate you will obtain blood samples and other non-blood specimens from patients, and may deliver samples to the laboratory. You will provide factual information concerning laboratory tests according to standard procedure.

• Collect blood specimens for laboratory testing utilizing venipuncture, skin puncture finger sticks and heel sticks. The method and complexity of the collection may vary by site.
• Collect non-blood specimens such as urine, sputum.
• Check the test requisition or computer label to assure correctness and completeness prior to collecting samples. Bring discrepancies to the attention of the test originator or other lab personnel for correction.
• Assemble equipment such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray according to requirements for specified tests or procedures.
• Verify or record identity of patient and converse with patient to allay fear of procedure.
• For venipuncture testing, apply tourniquet to arm, locate accessible vein, swab puncture area with antiseptic, and insert needle into vein to draw blood into collection tube or bag. Withdraw needle, apply treatment to puncture site, and label and store blood container for subsequent processing.
• Accession and process specimens to prepare them for laboratory testing.
• Record requests for blood collections; answer general questions concerning test orders and collection; take messages or route calls.
• May perform waived or moderately complex testing utilizing a test kit or lab instrument, such as bacterial overgrowth. Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of the device. Have knowledge of reagent stability and storage. Follow quality control procedures.
• May perform proficiency testing. Understand factors influencing test results. Run the quality control report before reporting to provide valid patient test results. Understand the testing procedure. Follow procedure in reporting test values.
• Contribute to the general laboratory functions and organizational needs. Attend regular department staff meetings and in-service training.
• Keep work area neat and clean, and restock daily supplies.
• May perform receptionist duties including greeting patient, reviewing laboratory request sheets, informing patient of additional instructions, responding to questions.
• Perform various computer functions as needed related to processing of specimens.
• Perform clerical duties including recording of daily specimen volumes, maintaining supplies of patient questionnaires and filing.
• May be assigned to assist in training student interns and new employees.
• May be assigned to various clinical areas to assist with specimen processing and testing procedures.
• Adhere to all laboratory policies and procedures and review policy and procedures on an annual basis.
• Ensure excellent communication, collaboration and cooperation with coworkers, medical staff and supervisors. Inform them of workflow or technical issues.
• Adhere to all PPE while handling biohazards especially the use of gloves and handwashing.
• Utilize safety devices for sharp in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to draw all ages.

• High School Diploma/GED

• Grad…