**Opportunities at WellMed,** part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  ** 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 + Enters Data accurately and timely + Monitors biohazard waste + Ensures preventive maintenance is performed on all equipment and monitors + Responds timely to abnormal and panic values + Maintains knowledge of all routine container and minimum volumes required for specimen collection + Performs all other related duties as assigned 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:** + High school graduate or GED equivalent + Current National certification or registration as Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist **_or_** the ability to obtain the _certification within 180 days of employment_ .Phlebotomists who are hired prior to receiving their certification are expected to perform at the same level as a “certified” Phlebotomist + 1+ years of related experience + Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform routine blood and urine tests + Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks + Knowledge of medical terminology + Skill in operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation + Skill in preparing written reports concerning the results of laboratory tests and input data into computer system + Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public + Computer literacy + Proven ability to maintain all materials for collection + Proven ability to read and understand oral and written instructions + Proven ability to follow written protocols + Proven ability to work independently + Proven good communication and customer service skills + This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease **Preferred Qualifications:** + CLA or ASCP Certified + 2+ years of experience in a medical setting **Physical & Mental Requirements:** + Ability to properly drive and operate a company vehicle + Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing _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._ _Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere:_ _UnitedHealth Group_ _is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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._ _UnitedHealth Group_ _is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._