Lab Clerk

Opportunities with ProHealth Physicians, part of the Optum family of businesses. When you work at ProHealth Physicians, your contributions directly sustain the health and well-being of our community. Discover high levels of teamwork, robust medical resources and a deep commitment to exceptional care and service. Join a leading community-based medical group and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Prohealth Physician Laboratories in Wallingford, CT has an immediate opening for a responsible, hardworking and detail-oriented Lab Clerk to join our team. This position is 30 hours per week with the schedule for the role being Monday-Friday from 4pm-10pm with a rotating Saturday.

Primary Responsibilities:

• All responsibilities of the Specimen Processing
• Exceeds productivity and quality standards set by ProHealth Physicians Laboratory
• Solves more complex problems on a routine basis
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of how Specimen Processing impacts the testing laboratory
• Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information etc. and assigns the appropriate TIQ, and in some cases resolve them
• Understands the complex relationship between test(s) ordered and received
• Completes all required written documentation, legibly and within the assigned time frame
• Meets quality and production standards within 6 months of completing training
• Learn additional functions within Specimen Processing to allow for timely progression to the next level
• Adheres to all ProHealth Physicians Laboratory policies and procedures, including safety and compliance
• Performs all other duties as assigned after 90 days training

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions 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 Diploma/GED
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer knowledge

Data Entry skills:

• Previous related experience desirable
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a team environment

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16 - $29 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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