Medical Laboratory Technician- Part Time

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: April 24, 2024

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:

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  Perform tests authorized by Operations Manager and commensurate with individual's education, training, experience, and technical abilities
  
  
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  Follow procedures for specimen procurement, processing, analysis, and reporting and recording of results
  
  
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  Adhere to laboratory quality control policies and document quality control activities, instruments and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
  
  
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  Follow laboratory corrective action policies and procedures when test system is not in range of acceptable level of performance
  
  
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  Identify problems and correct them and/or immediately notify technical consultant or manager
  
  
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  Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from laboratory's established performance specifications
  
  
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  Maintain records of proficiency samples
  
  
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  Perform wavied, moderate and high complexity testing
  
  
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  Understand and complie with regulations set forth by OSHA, CLIA, COLA, and other state and federal laws
  
  
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  Show good judgment, initiative, discretion, cooperation, and professionalism at all times
  
  
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  File, maintain logs,fill out requisitions, orders and perform other miscellaneous tasks as required
  
  
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  Maintains adequate inventory of reagents, consumabiles and supplies to maintain par values
  
  
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  Answer telephone, quickly identifying self and department
  
  
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  Actively participate in CQI and procedure writing
  
  
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  Perform basic and advanced troubleshooting on instruments as asked or when needed
  
  
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  Demonstrate and exemplify behavior consistent with Optum's core values - service excellence, integrity, team, continuous improvement, accountability, fulfillment, fun
  
  
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  Maintain knowledge of company policies and procedures, OSHA and other related regulations and guidelines, and ensure department compliance
  
  
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  Use, protect, and disclose Optum patients' protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
  
  
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  Attend and complete all required training and development to include annual compliance training
  
  
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  Perform any additional duties or responibilites as requested
  
  
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  Be able to work both by self, or as a team
  
  
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  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:
  
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    Associate's degree in a science-related field
    
    
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    Degree from an accredited medical laboratory technician school with laboratory experience or laboratory internship including phlebotomy
    
    
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    ASCP or equivalent Medical Laboratory Technician certification
    
    
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    Computer Skills:
    
    
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    Basic computer skills and working knowledge of laboratory computer systems.
    
    
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    Language Ability:
    
    
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    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.
    
    
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    Mathematical Ability:
    
    
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    Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, dilutions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
    
    
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    Reasoning Ability:
    
    
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    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:
    
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    • Experience performing routine patient phlebotomy
      
      Other Skills and Abilities:
      
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        Appreciation for confidentiality
        
        
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        Excellent organizational skills
        
        
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        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.
        
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        • Requires full range of body motion including manual finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.Frequent standing and walking or other means of mobility for extended periods of time.Lifts and carries item weighing up to 50 pounds.Requires normal visual acuity for accurate reading of gages, thermometers, test results, and for microscope viewing.Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours
          
          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.
          
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          • Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment
            
            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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