Phlebotomist I

Quest Diagnostics; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 36,988 - 42,430; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Phlebotomist I in San Rafael, CA. This role involves collecting specimens according to established procedures and requires a high school diploma and phlebotomy certification.

The position offers a weekday schedule and benefits such as medical insurance, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities. Ideal candidates will have customer service experience and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification required in California, Nevada, and Washington.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures.
• Process specimens, including labeling and centrifuging.
• Maintain all appropriate phlebotomy logs.

Skills

Customer service experience

Effective communication in English

Keyboard/data entry experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant or paramedic training

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Job Description

Phlebotomist I – San Rafael, CA

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM with rotational weekends.

Pay range: $26.85 – $30.80 per hour, based on experience, skills, and certifications. Eligible for annual performance bonus.

Requirements: Must hold a state phlebotomy license in CA. (Quest does not accept NHA licenses in CA, WA, NV).

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees (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 using lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
• Navigate a computer and accurately enter data (a requirement for this role).
• 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 all non‑patient facing duties: 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, including maintenance logs and temperature logs.
• Complete online and in‑person training courses timely.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred (required in California, Nevada, and Washington).
• One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Customer service experience in a retail or service environment preferred.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.
• Effective communication in English.
• Ability to navigate a computer and enter data accurately.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with 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.

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.