Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading diagnostic laboratory is seeking a full-time Phlebotomist II in Houston, TX. The role requires three years of phlebotomy experience, including youth and age-specific collections, and effective English communication skills. Responsibilities include specimen collection, data entry, and maintenance of logs. This position offers competitive pay starting at $18.50 per hour, along with extensive benefits such as medical coverage, 401(k) with company match, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Three years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
• Effective communication in English.
• Reliable transportation and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens according to established procedures.
• Verify orders using lab technology systems.
• Process specimens such as labeling and preparing for transport.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Keyboard/data entry

Flexible availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant or paramedic training

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Phlebotomist II – Houston, TX

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with rotational weekends. Full‑time position.

Pay

$18.50+ per hour. Salary offers are based on skills, training, experience, education, and certifications. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

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 as trained.
• Verify orders using lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
• Navigate computer, accurately enter data, and maintain billing information.
• Process specimens: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing for transport as required.
• Perform non‑patient‑facing duties: inventory, supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and email.
• Comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Assist with compilation and submission of statistics and data.
• Maintain phlebotomy logs (maintenance logs, temperature logs, etc.) as required.
• Complete online and in‑person training courses timely.

Qualifications

• Three years phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.
• Flexible availability based on staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on‑call, and overtime.
• 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.

The position requires effective communication in English.

Quest Diagnostics honors 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.