Phlebotomist Float

UnitedHealth Group • Seattle, WA

2d • $16 - $29 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Phlebotomist Float will be responsible for performing a variety of laboratory duties, including specimen collection, processing, and waived testing. This position requires excellent communication skills, detail-oriented, and a passion for providing exceptional patient care.

Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. Hours may vary between 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. The schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire. This position may also require participation in occasional Saturday and holiday rotations based on business needs

Location: Optum–Northgate Plaza 9709 3rd Ave. NE, Seattle, WA 98115. Must be able to travel to the other draw stations throughout Seattle.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of computer proficiency experience in Microsoft Office and demonstrates solid computer skills
• 1+ years of Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others
• Completion of a Phlebotomy Certificate program through an accredited school
• Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist (MA-Pbt) certification from the state to perform capillary and venous invasive procedures for blood withdrawal under the supervision of a health care practitioner
• BLS certification or obtained within 6 months of employment
• Able to use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects. Occasionally, lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying up to 24 pounds may be required
• Ability to work schedule as listed in the posting determined by the supervisor
• Ability to travel 100%25 of the time to other draw stations
• Must have reliable and unrestricted driver’s license with required insurance

Nice To Haves

• 6 months of experience in a healthcare or patient-facing role, such as a medical assistant or support staff or phlebotomy and\or laboratory experience
• Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability
• Ability to acclimate working on a small or large team
• Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens from patients using venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques promptly
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment
• Process and prepare specimens for testing and transport
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to specimen collection, testing, and equipment
• Give proper patient collection instructions (i.e. urine collection, stool collection, etc.)
• Instruct patients in post-phlebotomy care
• Properly dispose of bio-hazardous and sharps materials
• Obtain specimens for microbiology testing
• Order sufficient supplies to perform the workload and rotate stock and prevent the use of outdated supplies
• Always follow the venipuncture standard of work (SOW)
• Always follow the processing standard of work (SOW) including positive identification of all patient specimens
• May perform waived laboratory testing
• Interact with patients and healthcare providers in a professional and compassionate manner
• While registering patients, always follow the reception standard of work (SOW)
• Problem solves efficiently and promptly
• Locate missing lab orders and specimens
• Competent and efficient phone skills
• All staff members are to promote a positive and productive work environment by acting maturely and responsibly, satisfactorily performing job responsibilities, and conducting themselves professionally, courteously, and respectfully toward fellow employees, physicians, and patients
• Must relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: (a) get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extreme; (b) perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading, or speaking with others; and (c) respond openly and appropriately to feedback regarding performance from a supervisor
• Performs all duties in a manner that promotes and supports the Core Values
• Integrates Lean principles, practices, and tools to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction
• Must follow written and oral instructions and complete routine tasks independently
• Complete all compliance training, including but not limited to HIPAA/Privacy/Confidentiality/Non-Discrimination/Harassment/Integrity Statement and signed Agreements
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information by following HIPAA guidelines
• Attends training to meet job position requirements Div. of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH), OSHA, L&I, and other state/federal regulations
• Have regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to travel to other locations if needed
• Performs other 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.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED