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Phlebotomist - Bristol, Connecticut

Optum

Bristol, CT
5 days ago
$16.00 - $27.69

Job Description

Join Optum as a Phlebotomist and make a positive impact on the community's health. You'll perform essential duties like venipuncture and specimen management while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform venipuncture following infection control processes
  • Maintain knowledge of all routine container and minimum volumes required for specimen collection
  • Identify and label specimens
  • Collect and verify demographic information
  • Update insurance information as needed
  • Verify eligibility and flag appointment accordingly
  • Conduct outreach to patients requiring appointments
  • Scan and index documents into the EHR
  • Manage patients according to approved protocols
  • Carry out standing orders consistent with practice policies
  • Document all patient interactions accurately in the EHR
  • Schedule tests, treatments, and follow-up visits
  • Maintain oversight of temperature monitoring
  • Assist care team to assure smooth office operation
  • Provide attention to patients to build confidence and trust
  • Demonstrate respect for patients and staff
  • Maintain open lines of communication with care team
  • Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations
  • Adhere to all patient safety initiatives and infection control regulations
  • Perform all other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • National certification or registration as Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1+ years of phlebotomy experience
  • Experience working with Epic
  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution