Per Diem Phlebotomist - Post Office Square

Join our Laboratory team as a Lab Associate, responsible for collecting blood and non‑blood specimens, processing samples, and ensuring accurate reporting. You will work in a clinical setting with a focus on patient safety and quality outcomes. Position Details Location: 147 Milk St. Boston, MA 02109 (Post Office Square) Secondary Location: 142 Berkley St. Boston, MA 02116 (Copley) Department: Laboratory Schedule: Per Diem; availability Monday - Friday 7:45 am - 7 pm when called in. Primary Responsibilities Collect blood specimens using venipuncture, finger stick, and heel stick Collect non‑blood specimens such as urine, sputum Verify test requisition or label for accuracy and resolve discrepancies Assemble collection equipment (tourniquet, needles, disposable containers, etc.) Verify patient identity and communicate with patients to allay fear of the procedure Perform venipuncture: apply tourniquet, locate vein, swab, insert needle, withdraw, apply treatment, label and store blood container Accession and process specimens for laboratory testing Record requests for collections, answer general questions, take messages or route calls Perform waived or moderately complex tests (e.g., bacterial overgrowth) using test kits or lab instruments; conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration; know reagent stability, storage, and quality control Participate in proficiency testing and follow quality control procedures before reporting results Contribute to general laboratory functions, attend staff meetings and training sessions Maintain neat and clean work area and restock supplies Perform receptionist duties including greeting patients, reviewing request sheets, providing instructions, and answering questions Execute computer functions related to specimen processing Record daily specimen volumes, maintain supplies of questionnaires, and manage filing Assist in training student interns and new employees Assist in other clinical areas with specimen processing and testing procedures as assigned Adhere to all laboratory policies and review them annually Communicate clearly with coworkers, medical staff, and supervisors about workflow or technical issues Adhere to PPE and hand‑washing protocols when handling biohazards Use safety devices for sharps per established procedures Ability to obtain specimens from all ages Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (or higher) Preferred Qualifications Graduation from a Phlebotomy Technical Training Program Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) certification Previous phlebotomy experience or equivalent externship American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Medical terminology knowledge (≤ 1 year experience) Proficiency in Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills and customer‑service orientation Benefits Comprehensive benefits package Incentive and recognition programs Equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution Hourly pay range $16.15 to $28.80 We comply with all minimum wage laws and offer benefits subject to eligibility requirements. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. 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. UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace; candidates must pass a drug test before employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr