Senior Phlebotomist - Travel & EKG Lab Specialist

Optum; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is seeking a Senior Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture, specimen collection, waived and moderate laboratory testing, including EKGs. The role requires meticulous patient care and accuracy, with independent work and team collaboration.

Schedule is 40 hours weekly with shifts from 6:30 am to 7:00 pm; Everett, WA location with 100% travel to satellite sites. Requires MA-Pbt certification, phlebotomy certificate, and BLS, with 1+ year of experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy Certificate program completion required.
• MA-Pbt certification from the state of WA preferred/required for procedures.
• BLS (AHA) certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• 1+ years of lab/phlebotomy experience and strong communication skills.
• Proficient with basic computer tasks and EMR/office software.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection following SOPs.
• Conduct waived and moderate complexity testing including microscopy and EKGs.
• Maintain accurate records of patient information, test results and procedures.
• Ensure safety, quality control and adherence to HIPAA and lab policies.
• Interact professionally with patients and healthcare providers.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

BLS certification

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certificate program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is seeking a Senior Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture, specimen collection, waived and moderate laboratory testing, including EKGs. The role requires meticulous patient care and accuracy, with independent work and team collaboration.

Schedule is 40 hours weekly with shifts from 6:30 am to 7:00 pm; Everett, WA location with 100% travel to satellite sites. Requires MA-Pbt certification, phlebotomy certificate, and BLS, with 1+ year of experience.