Phlebotomist

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Position in this function is responsible for drawing blood on patients, performing necessary in-house testing, and preparing specimens sent to reference lab.

Schedule:

Monday
- Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Location:

1601 W Hebron Pkwy, Suite 100, Carrollton, TX 75010.

Primary Responsibilities:

Prepares equipment to efficiently collect blood products

Performs venipuncture using vacutainer, syringe and butterfly techniques; capillary punctures using heel and finger stick techniques on patients. Identifies and labels specimens

Conducts designated laboratory testing

Instructs patients on urine collection procedures. Allocates urine specimens

Cleans and sterilizes equipment, instruments, and work area Inventories supplies and places orders

Enters laboratory data into computer system

Maintains patient confidentiality

Data enters is accurate and timely

Monitors biohazard waste Ensures preventive maintenance is performed on all equipment and monitors

Responses timely to abnormal and panic values

Maintains knowledge of all routine containers and minimum volumes required for specimen collection

Rooming patients

Assisting with incoming and outgoing callsPoint of care testing

Performs all other related duties as assigned

What are the reasons to consider working for United Health Group?  Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account

Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED Current National certification or registration as Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment2+ years of related experience6+ months of experience performing routine blood and urine tests6+ months of experience with equipment and testing to perform quality control checks

Basic level of computer literacy

Preferred Qualifications:

CLA or ASCP Certified2+ years of experience in a medical setting

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At United Health Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the…