Phlebotomist I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual incentives

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is looking for a Phlebotomist I in Waterbury, CT. Responsibilities include collecting and processing specimens according to procedures, maintaining accurate records, and interacting with customers. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and preferably have phlebotomy certification and experience. Benefits include medical coverage, financial coaching, and opportunities for career advancement. This role offers a pay range of $20.00 to $22.09 per hour.

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.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures.
• Process specimens including labeling, centrifuging, and preparing for transport.
• Maintain phlebotomy logs in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication skills in English

Customer service experience

Keyboard/data entry experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical training (medical assistant or paramedic training preferred)

Tools

Lab technology systems

Job description

Phlebotomist I – Waterbury, CT – Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with rotational weekends

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.09 / 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 programEducation assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities

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 enter data accurately.
• Obtain identification, 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.
• 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.