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Phlebotomist - Lake Success, NY

Company: Optum
Location: Hillsdale
Posted on: September 29, 2024

Job Description:

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. -

Primary Responsibilities: -


Perform routine phlebotomy procedures
Ability to distinguish sample types and draw requirements with order of draw for lab testing
Navigate laboratory computer system with minimal to no errors
Perform pediatric and adult phlebotomy
Obtain finger stick collection
Verify patient demographics accurately with two patient identifiers
Adhere to safety and scientifically accepted infection control practices and standards
Follow handwashing protocols
Practice aseptic techniques
Utilize protective barriers
Utilize personal protective equipment, e.g. gloves, lab coats
Maintain proper disposal of hazardous materials
Demonstrate knowledge of role in emergency disaster
Function as an effective team member. Work cooperatively alongside physicians, nurses and other ancillary staff
Display effective communication
Maintain pace of over 4-6 patients per hour
Travel to all other draw stations and perform all tasks
Troubleshoot problems within LIS and partner with LIS team to resolve outstanding issues


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 education or equivalent experience
Proven solid communication skills
Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office
Proven solid computer skills
Demonstrated ability to multi-task
Proven ability to work Saturdays and travel to other draw stations


Preferred Qualifications: - - -

Phlebotomy certified - - - - -
Demonstrated laboratory experience
Demonstrated Pediatrics Phlebotomy experienced -



New York Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $16.00 to $28.27 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. - - - -

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. - - - -
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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. - - - - - - -
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UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. - - - - -

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Keywords: Optum, Tenafly , Phlebotomist - Lake Success, NY, Healthcare , Hillsdale, New Jersey

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