Phlebotomist II Territory
Quest Diagnostics · Albuquerque, NM · 3 days ago
Healthcare$20–$24/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Perform specimen collections following established procedures for a variety of tests, including but not limited to venipuncture and capillary draws.
- Handle some difficult draws, including pediatric, geriatric, and hard sticks with minimal error.
- Obtain patient identification and signatures to confirm specimen labeling accuracy.
- Perform data entry as necessary.
- Prepare specimens for transport and testing, including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and storage as required by test order.
- Research test/client information and confirm and verify all written and electronic orders by utilizing lab technology systems or directory of services.
- Independently resolve routine patient and client concerns and escalate non-routine issues appropriately.
- Provide strong professional, respectful, and efficient service to all patients and clients.
- Use verbal and written communication as well as problem-solving skills to complete daily procedures and address patient questions.
- Accurately enter billing information and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
- Follow departmental policies, procedures, safety protocols, and compliance standards, including confidentiality of patient information.
- Utilize laboratory systems, directories, and corporate tools to confirm orders and documentation.
- Support routine administrative tasks including supply stocking, sanitizing, maintaining logs, filing, email use, and answering phones.
- Complete all training and maintain current phlebotomy skills and knowledge.
Qualifications
- Two years of phlebotomy experience required.
- Preferred work experience in customer service in a retail or service environment.
- Strong knowledge of phlebotomy best practices and more complex collection practices, including pediatric and geriatric draws.
- Ability to work independently, performing accurate, error-free work in a fast-paced setting, with minimal on-site supervision.
- Experienced phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
- Strong communication skills and ability to adapt to change.
- Keyboard/data entry experience.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Lift up to 15 lbs frequently; up to 40 lbs occasionally (with assistance as needed).
- Regularly perform repetitive hand motions with fine dexterity; stand or sit for extended periods.
- Frequent walking and standing; occasional bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, or pulling.
- Extensive use of phone and computer; frequently communicating in English with patients and clients.
- Phlebotomy certification required in certain states, e.g. California, Nevada, Washington and Louisiana.
- English language proficiency.
- Phlebotomy accredited program, medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
Benefits
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours.
- Best-in-class well-being programs.
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program.
- Blueprint for Wellness® mental health program.
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off.
- FinFit financial coaching and services.
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.
Pay and Schedule
- Pay range: $20- $24+ per hour.
- Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained.
- Market and organizational factors are also considered.
- Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Schedule
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Travel
- Travel within an assigned territory to deliver professional phlebotomy services at assigned Patient Service Centers (PSCs), Client Offices (IOPs), or other sites.
- Travel up to 75%.