Phlebotomist I

Quest Diagnostics; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 33,200 - 39,606; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full-time employees

401(k) pre-tax and Roth IRA with company match

Education assistance and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Phlebotomist I in Petaluma, CA, to collect specimens and ensure their processing according to established protocols. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and preferred phlebotomy certification. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a variety of benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Working hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with rotational weekends. Successful candidates may also be eligible for annual performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Medical training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification required in California.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures.
• Administer oral solutions as trained.
• Research test/client information and verify orders.
• Navigate computer systems and accurately enter data.
• Process specimens according to test order.
• Perform non-patient-facing duties such as inventory management.
• Maintain phlebotomy logs in a timely manner.
• Complete training courses on time.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification preferred

Medical training (medical assistant or paramedic) preferred

Job description

Job Title: Phlebotomist I – Petaluma, CA

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with rotational weekends

License requirement: This position requires a state phlebotomy license. Quest does not accept NHA licenses in CA, WA, NV.

Pay range: $24.10 – $28.75 per hour. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are considered. Successful candidates may be eligible for an annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families. Depending on part-time or full-time status, some benefits may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full-time employees who work 30+ hours
• Well-being programs and health assessment (Blueprint for Wellness®)
• Mental health program (healthyMINDS)
• Vacation and health/flex time; 6 holidays plus 1 MyDay
• Financial coaching and services; 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months
• Employee stock purchase plan; life and disability insurance with buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts; annual incentive plans; matching gifts program
• Education assistance and career advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures (e.g., drug screens, biometric screenings, insurance exams).
• Administer oral solutions according to training.
• Research test/client information and confirm/verify orders using lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
• Navigate computer systems and accurately enter data.
• Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information; collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
• Process specimens including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing for transport as required by test order.
• Perform non-patient-facing duties such as inventory, stocking supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and using 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 phlebotomy logs (e.g., maintenance and temperature logs) in a timely manner.
• Complete online and in-person training courses timely.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical training (medical assistant or paramedic) 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 preferred.

The position requires the ability to effectively communicate in English.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws and ordinances, including fair chance laws.

About The Team

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

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