Specimen Processor / Lab Clerk Wallingford, CT

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Prohealth Physician Laboratories in Wallingford, CT has an immediate opening for a responsible, hardworking and detail-oriented Lab Clerk to join our team. This position is full time with the schedule for the role being Monday-Friday from 2pm-10:30pm and Rotating Saturdays. Maximum 2 per month.

Primary Responsibilities:

• All responsibilities of the Specimen Processing
• Exceeds productivity and quality standards set by ProHealth Physicians Laboratory
• Solves more complex problems on a routine basis
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of how Specimen Processing impacts the testing laboratory
• Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information etc. and assigns the appropriate TIQ, and in some cases resolve them
• Understands the complex relationship between test(s) ordered and received
• Completes all required written documentation, legibly and within the assigned time frame
• Meets quality and production standards within 6 months of completing training
• Learn additional functions within Specimen Processing to allow for timely progression to the next level
• Adheres to all ProHealth Physicians Laboratory policies and procedures, including safety and compliance
• Performs all other duties as assigned after 90 days training 

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:

• High school diploma or GED

• Microsoft Office proficiency 

Data Entry skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment 
• Ability to work in a team environment 
• Previous experience desirable

Connecticut Residents Only: The hourly range for Connecticut residents is $16.00 to $28.27 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.

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: Optum Care 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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