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Phlebotomist

UnitedHealth Group·Poughkeepsie, New York

$16 - $29/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 12 days ago
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About the role

Perform venipuncture, capillary punctures, and EKGs for adult and pediatric patients while processing lab specimens. Ensure accurate patient identification and maintain professional communication within a clinical team environment.

Optum NY/NJ, is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our team in Poughkeepsie, NY Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives.

We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home.

Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country.

Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone.

Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring.

Connecting.

Growing together.

The Phlebotomist performs venipuncture and capillary puncture on adults, neonates, and pediatric patients; collects urine specimens; performs EKG on adult and pediatric patients; participates in the instruction of new personnel; works with computer; communicates in a manner that promotes Laboratory professionalism as well as a comfortable phlebotomy.

The Phlebotomist processes lab specimens.

Schedule

  • This is a 40-hour work week,
  • Monday through
  • Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
  • Rotating
  • Saturdays between the hours of 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. The schedule will be determined by the hiring manager upon hire.

Location

  • 2515 South Road, First Floor, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (may travel for coverage to the locations below) 30 Columbia Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (Saturday Coverage) 6734 Route 9, First Floor, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 1561 Ulster Ave, Fourth Floor, Lake Katrine, NY 12449 264 Main Street, First Floor, New Paltz, NY 12561 10 Cranberry Drive,
  • First
  • Floor,
  • Hopewell
  • Junction,
  • NY 12533
  • Primary
  • Responsibilities: Perform routine phlebotomy procedures Ability to distinguish sample types and draw requirements with order of draw for lab testing Navigate laboratory computer system with minimal to no errors Perform pediatric and adult phlebotomy Obtain finger stick collection Verify patient demographics accurately with two patient identifiers Adhere to safety and scientifically accepted infection control practices and standards
  • Blood collection: from adult and pediatric patients using vacutainer, syringe and butterfly techniques; capillary puncture using heel and fingerstick techniques Identifies and labels specimens appropriately Instruct patients regarding urine and stool collection procedures Enters accessing data into the computer Prepares specimens for sending out testing Inventories supply and prepare phlebotomy stations to effectively collect blood Attends required meetings Function as an effective team member Work cooperatively alongside physicians, nurses and other ancillary staff Display effective communication Maintain pace of over 4-6 patients per hour Enhances professional growth and development through in service meetings and education programs Performs EKG procedures and Holter monitoring Maintains patient confidentiality Performs related work as required Provide quality customer service to the patients and visitors courteously and promptly Must possess solid interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with co-workers, Management Staff, and Physicians Must be able to work effectively and cooperatively as a team member, balancing both the support of the physician(s) and following the financial policies established by Optum Demonstrate professionalism in appearance and actions with patients, staff, Physicians and Administrators always Maintains confidentiality of patient information Travel to all other draw stations and perform all tasks Troubleshoot problems within EPIC and partner with
  • EPIC team to resolve outstanding issues
  • Including but not limited to: Follow handwashing protocols Practice aseptic techniques Utilize protective barriers Utilize personal protective equipment, e.g. gloves, lab coats Maintain proper disposal of hazardous materials Demonstrate knowledge of role in emergency disaster Maintain pace of over 4-6 patients per hour Travel to all other draw stations and perform all tasks Performs other duties as assigned What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together – competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success.
  • Some of our offerings include: Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) 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 1+ years of computer proficiency experience in Microsoft Office and demonstrates solid computer skills 6+ months of experience of drawing blood in a hospital, doctor’s office or clinic Available to work rotating Saturdays Ability to travel to other draw stations (Rhinebeck, Lake Katrine, New Paltz and Hopewell Junction) Access to reliable transportation and valid US driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Phlebotomy certified 1+ years of phlebotomy experience (Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement) Previous laboratory experience EKG experience Pediatrics Phlebotomy experience Soft Skills: Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability Ability to acclimate working on a small or large team Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others 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 $16.00 to $29.00 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. #RPO #RED

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma/GED, at least 6 months of blood drawing experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Must have a valid US driver's license and reliable transportation for travel between multiple clinic sites.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture
  • Capillary Puncture
  • Patient Confidentiality
  • Specimen Processing
  • Aseptic Technique
  • Medical Documentation
  • Patient Identification
  • EKG Performance
  • EPIC Software
  • Holter Monitoring
  • Pediatric Phlebotomy

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Long-Term Disability
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Short-term Disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Insurance
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Health Saving Account
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Medical Plan
  • Health Spending Account
  • LTC Insurance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$16 - $29/hr
Location
Poughkeepsie, New York
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Application
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UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company with a mission to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. We are 340,000 colleagues in two distinct and complementary businesses working to help build a modern,...

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