Phlebotomist I

Quest Diagnostics; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,431; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Phlebotomist I in Avon, CT. The role is scheduled for Monday to Friday with potential weekends. Responsibilities include collecting specimens, maintaining accurate logs, and performing various non-patient duties. The position requires a high school diploma, and medical training along with phlebotomy certification is preferred. The job offers a pay range of $20-$22.09 per hour along with comprehensive benefits such as health insurance and an annual performance bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy certification is preferred.
• Medical assistant or paramedic training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures.
• Process specimens and maintain logs.
• Administer oral solutions as per training.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical training

Job description

Phlebotomist I - Avon, CT (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Thursday and Friday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM, with rotational weekends)

Pay Range: $20.00 – $22.09 per hour. Salary offers consider skills, education, certifications, and other factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees working 30+ hours
• Best‑in‑class well‑being programs
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS 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
• and so much more

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures, including drug screens, biometric screening, and insurance exams
• Administer oral solutions according to training
• Investigate test/client information and verify orders using laboratory technology systems, client contacts, and approved tools
• Navigating a computer and accurately entering data is required
• Obtain identification, enter billing information, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies
• Process specimens: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing for transport as required by test order
• Perform non‑patient‑facing duties, including inventory, stock supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and utilizing email as appropriate
• Read, understand, and comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures
• Assist with compilation and submission of statistics and data when required
• Maintain all phlebotomy logs in a timely manner, including maintenance logs and temperature logs
• Complete online and in‑person training courses timely

Qualifications

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred
• Phlebotomy certification preferred (required in California, Nevada, and Washington)

Work Experience

• One year phlebotomy experience preferred
• Customer service in a retail or service environment preferred
• Keyboard/data entry experience

The position requires the ability to effectively communicate in English.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.