Phlebotomy Specialist
3 weeks ago
Optum, a leading healthcare organization, is seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to join our team in the Tri-State region. As a Phlebotomist, you will play a critical role in collecting blood and other specimens from patients, ensuring accurate and timely results.
Key Responsibilities:- Collect blood and other specimens from adult and pediatric patients using various techniques
- Identify and label specimens correctly
- Instruct patients on urine and stool collection procedures
- Enter accessioning data into the computer
- Prepare specimens for send-out testing
- Inventory supplies and prepare phlebotomy stations
- Attend required meetings and participate in professional growth and development
- 1+ year of phlebotomy experience (additional education may be substituted for experience)
- Certification from an accredited phlebotomy diploma program (preferred)
As a Phlebotomist at Optum, you will work in a dynamic healthcare environment, interacting with patients, laboratory staff, and medical staff. You will be exposed to communicable diseases, toxic substances, and other conditions common to a medical group and laboratory environment.
Optum offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
