Phlebotomist

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.  Join us to start  Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
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 : 6161 N State Highway 161, Irving, TX 75038.

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
Instruct 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
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 employment
2+ years of phlebotomy experience
6+ months of experience performing routine blood and urine tests
6+ months of experience with equipment and testing to perform quality control checks
Basic level of computer literacy

Preferred Qualifications:

CLA or ASCP Certified
2+ years of experience in a medical setting
Skill in operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation
Skill in preparing written reports concerning the results of laboratory tests and input data into computer system
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
Proven ability to maintain all materials for collection
Proven ability to read and understand oral and written instructions
Proven ability to follow written protocols
Proven ability to work independently
Proven good communication and customer service skills
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 $16.00 to $29.00 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 opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.

We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and…