Phlebotomist

Position in this function is responsible for drawing blood on patients, performing necessary in-house testing, and preparing specimens sent to reference lab. 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 calls Point of care testing Performs all other related duties as assigned Benefits 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.) 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 related 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 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Health Institute