Phlebotomist for Wellness Screenings - Richmond, VA

Quest Diagnostics; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a per diem healthcare professional to support biometric wellness screenings at client sites. You will collect finger-stick blood samples, measure BMI and blood pressure, and record results accurately in our system.

You will provide brief health coaching based on results, ensure safety and HIPAA/ OSHA compliance, and travel to screening events. A valid medical certification or license and at least one year in healthcare are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year healthcare experience in a professional setting.
• Experience with fingerstick blood collection within last 1–2 years.
• Proficient in finger stick methods and manual blood pressure.
• CardioChek Plus experience preferred.
• Knowledge of specimen handling, labeling, processing and storage.

Responsibilities

• Perform biometric screenings at client sites including finger stick collection, BMI, blood pressure, height/weight and other health screening services based on service package.
• Provide basic health coaching based on individual’s screening results.
• Perform basic waived testing procedures using CardioChek Plus and complete required quality control.
• Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records.
• Ensure safety policies and procedures are followed and HIPAA/OSHA standards are maintained.

Skills

Finger stick blood collection

Blood pressure measurement

Basic health coaching

Customer service skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical certification/licensure as required by state

Formal medical education

Tools

CardioChek Plus

Job description

About the Job:

• THIS IS PER DIEM -- NOT FULL/PART TIME.


• Flexible Schedule!


• Chose your own hours!

Quest Diagnostics is a leading provider of worksite wellness screenings and health improvement programs. During a biometric wellness screening, a Quest Diagnostics provider will collect a number of measurements, including height, weight, blood pressure, waist and/or hip circumference, as well as complete a finger stick for glucose and cholesterol levels, typically in a corporate office setting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform biometric screening at client sites including finger stick blood collection, BMI, blood pressure, height/weight and other health screening services based on service package.


• Provide basic health coaching based on individual’s screening results.


• Perform basic waived testing technical procedures on blood samples using CardioChek Plus and completes required quality control.


• Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings.


• Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records.


• Comply with all designated safety policies and procedures in the work area, including the use of applicable protective equipment when necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious agents.


• Understand and complies with applicable federal, state and local laws. Adheres to quality assurance procedures and good manufacturing practices.


• Maintain all HIPAA and OSHA standards while on events.


• Performs other related duties as necessary.

Education/Certification:

• Formal medical education including current appropriate medical certification.


• Additional medical certification / licensure as required by state or regulatory requirements.


• High School diploma/GED and/or medical license (Nurse, Phlebotomy Certificate, Medical Assistant License, C.N.A, etc.

Required Work Experience:

• At least 1 year of healthcare experience in a professional health care setting.


• Completion of a fingerstick within the last 1-2 years.


• Proficient with finger stick blood collection methods and manual blood pressure.


• CardioChek Plus experience preferred.


• Skills required for proper specimen and reagent handling, labeling, processing, preparation, transportation and storage necessary.

Work and Physical Conditions/Requirements:

• Worksite wellness screenings typically take place in a corporate/conference room type setting.


• Travel is required to screening event locations (not provided by Quest Diagnostics).


• Lift light to moderately heavy objects. The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects up to 40 pounds.


• Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness.


• Examining/observing details.


• Access to computer, email, voicemail, internet, and Internet Explorer web browser.