Medical Laboratory Technician- Part Time
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
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Position in this function is responsible to obtain and test
specimens, recording and reporting results for timely and accurate
diagnostic procedures to aid in the diagnosis of disease states.
This position will be located at 1633 Medical Center Point.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform tests authorized by Operations Manager and commensurate
with individual's education, training, experience, and technical
abilities
Follow procedures for specimen procurement, processing, analysis,
and reporting and recording of results
Adhere to laboratory quality control policies and document quality
control activities, instruments and procedural calibrations and
maintenance performed
Follow laboratory corrective action policies and procedures when
test system is not in range of acceptable level of performance
Identify problems and correct them and/or immediately notify
technical consultant or manager
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate
from laboratory's established performance specifications
Maintain records of proficiency samples
Perform wavied, moderate and high complexity testing
Understand and complie with regulations set forth by OSHA, CLIA,
COLA, and other state and federal laws
Show good judgment, initiative, discretion, cooperation, and
professionalism at all times
File, maintain logs,fill out requisitions, orders and perform other
miscellaneous tasks as required
Maintains adequate inventory of reagents, consumabiles and supplies
to maintain par values
Answer telephone, quickly identifying self and department
Actively participate in CQI and procedure writing
Perform basic and advanced troubleshooting on instruments as asked
or when needed
Demonstrate and exemplify behavior consistent with Optum's core
values - service excellence, integrity, team, continuous
improvement, accountability, fulfillment, fun
Maintain knowledge of company policies and procedures, OSHA and
other related regulations and guidelines, and ensure department
compliance
Use, protect, and disclose Optum patients' protected health
information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
Attend and complete all required training and development to
include annual compliance training
Perform any additional duties or responibilites as requested
Be able to work both by self, or as a team
Be able to make multitask and work well under pressure
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:
Associate's degree in a science-related field
Degree from an accredited medical laboratory technician school with
laboratory experience or laboratory internship including
phlebotomy
ASCP or equivalent Medical Laboratory Technician certification
Computer Skills:
Basic computer skills and working knowledge of laboratory computer
systems.
Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business
periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or
governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business
correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively
present information and respond to questions from groups of
managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Ability:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions,
dilutions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic
algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of
concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization
exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in
written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Preferred Qualification:
Other Skills and Abilities:
Appreciation for confidentiality
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to perform routine patient phlebotomy
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Colorado Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $19.47
to $38.08 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but
not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum
wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth
Group offers 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
UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits
and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2
business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been
collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of
applicants.
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: OptumCare 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.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment
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