Phlebotomist

Job description

Opportunities at WellMed,  part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.   

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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. 

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

Location: 7640 NE Loop 820 North Richland Hills, TX 76180

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 container and minimum volumes required for specimen collection

Rooming patients

Assisting with incoming and outgoing calls

Point of care testing

Performs all other related duties as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction 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 Graduate

Current National certification or registration as Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment

1+ years of related experience

6+ months of experience performing routine blood and urine tests

6+ months of experience in equipment and testing to perform quality control checks

Basic computer literacy

Preferred Qualifications:

CLA or ASCP Certified

2+ 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 $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth 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 improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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