Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 33,062 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) match

Annual incentive plans

Career advancement opportunities

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Phlebotomist II in Edison, NJ for a hospital-based position at JFK. The role involves collecting specimens, performing phlebotomy tasks, and ensuring accurate data entry and billing processes within established procedures.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, early morning with rotational weekends; pay ranges from $24.51 to $29.12 per hour with potential annual performance bonus. Great benefits include medical coverage from day one and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Three years phlebotomy experience required, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.
• Flexible and available based on staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime.
• Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license, with a clean driving record if applicable.

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 verify all orders using lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
• Navigate a computer and accurately enter data.
• Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information and collect payments when required, following 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.
• Read, understand, and comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Assist with compilation and submission of statistics and data as needed.
• Maintain phlebotomy logs timely (e.g., maintenance and temperature logs).
• Complete online and in-person training courses timely.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Data entry

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical training (medical assistant or paramedic)

Phlebotomy certification preferred

Job description

Job Title & Location

Phlebotomist II – Edison, NJ. Hospital‑based position at JFK.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, with rotational weekends.

Pay

Pay range: $24.51 – $29.12 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

• 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

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 by utilizing lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
• Navigate a computer and accurately enter data.
• Obtain identification and 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, stocking 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 based on frequency, such as maintenance logs and temperature logs.
• Complete online and in‑person training courses timely.

Required Work Experience

• Three years phlebotomy experience required, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.
• Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on‑call and overtime.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and clean driving record, if applicable.

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington.

Language Proficiency

Ability to communicate effectively in English.

EEO Statement

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