Full time Phlebotomist - Crystal Run Healthcare - Middletown, NY
Company: Optum
Location: Pine Island
Posted on: September 29, 2024
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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. -
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The Phlebotomist performs venipuncture and capillary puncture on
adults, neonates, and pediatric patients; collects urine specimens;
performs EKG and spirometry on adult and pediatric patients;
participates in the instruction of new personnel; works with
computer; communicates in a manner that promotes Laboratory
professionalism as well as a comfortable phlebotomy.
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Primary Responsibilities: - -
Blood collection: from adult and pediatric patients using
vacutainer, syringe and butterfly techniques; capillary puncture
using heel and fingerstick techniques
Identifies and labels specimens appropriately
Instructs patients in regard to urine and stool collection
procedures
Enters accessioning data into the computer
Prepares specimens for send out testing
Inventories supplies and prepares phlebotomy stations to
effectively collect blood
Attends required meetings
Enhances professional growth and development through in service
meetings and education programs
Performs EKG, Holter Monitor, and Spirometry procedures
Maintains patient confidentiality
Performs related work as required
Provide Surgical Scheduling, precertification and scheduling
maintenance of surgeries for one or more Physicians
Provide quality Customer Service to the patients and visitors
courteously and promptly
Must possess solid interpersonal skills to communicate effectively
with co-workers, Management Staff, and Physicians
Provide surgical instructions, communicate patient financial
responsibility, and secure prepayment from patients and/or
financial agreements according to established policies and
procedures
Must be able to work effectively and cooperatively as a team
member, balancing both the support of the physician(s) and
following the financial policies established by CAREMOUNT MEDICAL
and ASCW
Demonstrate professionalism in appearance and actions with
patients, staff, Physicians and Administrators at all times
Maintains confidentiality of patient information
Other duties may be assigned
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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: -
Certification from an accredited phlebotomy diploma program -
1+ years of phlebotomy (Additional appropriate education may be
substituted for the minimum experience requirement)
Proven knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform blood, urine
and stool collection
Proven knowledge of container and minimum volume requirements for
specimen collection. Knowledge regarding the technical correctness
of EKG and spirometry printouts
Proven knowledge regarding the proper attachment of a Holter
monitor
Demonstrated skill in labeling and dispersing specimens to
appropriate stations -
Demonstrated skill in interacting with patients representing a
broad physical and socioeconomic spectrum. Skill in establishing
and maintaining effective working relationships with patients,
laboratory staff and medical staff - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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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. - - -
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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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