Phlebotomist

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Connecting. Growing together. With these values to guide us our people are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we are honored to serve. Integrity Compassion Inclusion Relationships Innovation Performance Phlebotomist Requisition number 2358426 Job category Healthcare Delivery Primary location Norwood MA Date posted 04282026 Overtime status Non-exempt Travel No Share this job Facebook X LinkedIn Email Optum is a global organization that delivers care aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care pharmacy benefits data and resources they need to feel their best. Here you will find a culture guided by inclusion talented peers comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Explore opportunities at Atrius Health part of the Optum family of businesses. Were an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice delivering an effective connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers physicians APNPs and ancillary clinicians works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Details Location 1177 Providence Highway Norwood MA 02062 Department Laboratory Schedule Full-time 40 hours. Monday - Friday 800am - 430pm As the Lab Associate you will obtain blood samples and other non-blood specimens from patients and may deliver samples to the laboratory. You will provide factual information concerning laboratory tests according to standard procedure. Primary Responsibilities Collects blood specimens for laboratory testing utilizing venipuncture skin puncture finger sticks and heel sticks. The method and complexity of the collection may vary by site Collects non-blood specimens such as urine sputum and throat swabthroat cultures. Checks the test requisition or computer label to assure correctness and completeness prior to collecting samples. Brings discrepancies to the attention of test originator or other lab personnel for correction Assembles equipment such as tourniquet needles disposable containers for needles blood collection devices gauze cotton and alcohol on work tray according to requirements for specified tests or procedures Verifies or records identity of patient and converses with patient to allay fear of procedure For venipuncture testing applies tourniquet to arm locates accessible vein swabs puncture area with antiseptic and inserts needle into vein to draw blood into collection tube or bag. Withdraws needle applies treatment to puncture site and labels and stores blood container for subsequent processing Initials dates and times all collections. Maintains daily tallies of collections performed Accessions and processes specimens to prepare them for laboratory testing Records requests for blood collections answers general questions concerning test orders and collection takes messages or routes calls May perform waived or moderately complex testing utilizing a test kit or lab instrument such as bacterial overgrowth. Performs preventive maintenance troubleshooting and calibration of the device. Has knowledge of reagent stability and storage. Follows quality control procedures. May perform Proficiency Testing. Understands factors influencing test results. Run the quality control report before reporting in order to provide valid patient test results. Understand the testing procedure. Follows procedure in reporting test values Contributes to the general laboratory functions and organizational needs. Attend regular department staff meetings and in-service training Keeps work area neat and clean and restocks daily supplies May perform receptionist duties including greeting patient reviewing laboratory request sheets informing patient of additional instructions and responding to questions Performs various computer functions as needed related to processing of specimens Performs clerical duties including maintaining supplies of patient questionnaires and filing May be assigned to assist in training student interns and new employees May be assigned to various clinical areas to assist with specimen processing and testing procedures Adheres to all laboratory policies and procedures and reviews policy and procedures on an annual basis Ensures excellent communication collaboration and cooperation with coworkers medical staff and supervisors. Inform them of workflow or technical issues Adheres to all PPE while handling biohazards especially the use of gloves and handwashing Utilizes safety devices for sharp in accordance with established procedures Youll 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