Phlebotomist I

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical and dental

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Annual incentive plans

Career advancement opportunities

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc in Wharton, TX is seeking a Phlebotomist I to collect specimens and support patient testing. The position runs Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional weekend rotations and a starting pay of $20.80 per hour or more.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for medical training and phlebotomy certification. Strong data entry skills and the ability to communicate in English are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Medical training such as medical assistant or paramedic is preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification is preferred; required in some states.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to procedures for drug screens and other tests.
• Administer oral solutions as trained.
• Verify orders using lab systems and client information.
• Navigate computer systems and enter data accurately.
• Obtain and enter billing information and collect payments as needed.
• Process specimens through labeling, centrifuging, and preparation for transport.
• Perform non-patient facing duties including inventory, cleaning, and phones.
• Follow departmental policies and maintain logs and statistics.
• Complete training courses in a timely manner.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Job Description

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

Pay range: $20.80+ per 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 information:

• 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:

Job Accountabilities (Responsibilities)

• Collect specimens according to established procedures. This includes, but not limited to: 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.
• Ability to navigate a computer and accurately enter data is a requirement to be successful in this role.
• Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
• Processing 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.

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.