Phlebotomist I: Growth, Benefits, Flexible Schedule

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

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 medical

Well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

Mental health program

Vacation and time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Avon, CT seeks a Phlebotomist I to collect specimens, administer oral solutions, and verify orders using lab systems. The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule with rotating weekends, supporting daily operations and quality control.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, medical training preferred, and phlebotomy certification where required. English communication skills are essential for patient interaction and data entry tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in CA, NV, WA.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures (drug screens, biometric screening, and insurance exams).
• Administer oral solutions according to established training.
• Research test/client information and confirm and verify all orders using lab systems and approved tools.
• Navigate a computer and accurately enter data.
• Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information and collect payments when required.
• Process specimens (labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing for transport).
• Perform non-patient facing duties, including inventory, stocking supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and using email.
• Read, understand, and comply with departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Data entry

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical training (MA/paramedic)

Phlebotomy certification (preferred)

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Avon, CT seeks a Phlebotomist I to collect specimens, administer oral solutions, and verify orders using lab systems. The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule with rotating weekends, supporting daily operations and quality control.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, medical training preferred, and phlebotomy certification where required. English communication skills are essential for patient interaction and data entry tasks.