Phlebotomist I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 30,582 - 33,820; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 medical and benefits

Annual bonus potential

401(k) company match after 12 months

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Folsom, CA is hiring a Phlebotomist I to collect specimens and perform basic lab procedures with accuracy and courtesy. The role emphasizes adherence to established procedures, patient safety, and clear documentation.

The position requires a state phlebotomy license (NHA licenses are not accepted in CA). Typical hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM with rotational weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Medical training beneficial; phlebotomy certification preferred or required in CA.
• One year phlebotomy experience preferred and English communication ability.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures.
• Research test information and verify orders using lab systems.
• Navigate computer systems and enter data accurately.
• Process specimens including labeling, centrifuging, and transport preparation.
• Maintain phlebotomy logs and complete trainings promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical training

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Job Title and Location

Phlebotomist I - Folsom, CA, Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with rotational weekends

License Requirement

This position requires you to have a state phlebotomy license. (Quest does not accept NHA licenses in CA, WA, NV).

Pay Range

Pay range: $22.20 - $24.55 / 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.

Benefits

We are proud to offer best‑in‑class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part‑time or full‑time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• 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
• 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 established training.
• Research test/client information and confirm and verify all written and electronic orders by utilizing lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
• Navigate a computer and accurately enter data – a requirement to be successful in this role.
• Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
• Process specimens, including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing and preparing for transport as required by test order.Perform all 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 appropriate phlebotomy logs in a timely manner and based on frequency, such as 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 & Fair Chance

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Quest believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products including sensitive information; accessing customer data or confidential information, and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other Quest employees and interacting with Quest customers.

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

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.