Phlebotomy Technician

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Phlebotomist I to join our team at Quest Diagnostics. As a Phlebotomist I, you will be responsible for collecting specimens from patients in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and laboratories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collecting blood and other specimens from patients using a variety of techniques, including venipuncture and capillary puncture.
• Administering oral solutions to patients as needed.
• Verifying patient information and test orders using lab technology systems and approved tools.
• Entering data accurately and efficiently using a computer.
• Obtaining identification and collecting payments from patients as required.
• Processing specimens, including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing for transport.
• Performing non-patient facing duties, including inventory, stock supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and utilizing email as appropriate.
• Reading, understanding, and complying with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Assisting with compilation and submission of statistics and data as required.
• Maintaining phlebotomy logs in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical training, such as medical assistant or paramedic training, preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred, required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
• One year of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Customer service experience in a retail or service environment preferred.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.

Benefits:

Quest Diagnostics offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health insurance, 401(k) with matching contributions, and opportunities for career advancement.