Phlebotomist II: Expert Specimen Collection & Data

Quest Diagnostics; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 medical benefits

401(k) company match

Vacation & holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Phlebotomist II for Laredo, TX, working Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position pays $21.50+ per hour and may include an annual incentive based on performance. A strong emphasis is placed on accurate data entry and adherence to procedures.

Requirements include three years of phlebotomy experience, ability to navigate lab systems, and a high school diploma. Benefits and team environment are highlighted in the description.

Qualifications

• Three years phlebotomy experience required, inclusive of pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.
• Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime.

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.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Keyboard/data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical training (medical assistant or paramedic)

Phlebotomy certification preferred

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Phlebotomist II for Laredo, TX, working Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position pays $21.50+ per hour and may include an annual incentive based on performance. A strong emphasis is placed on accurate data entry and adherence to procedures.

Requirements include three years of phlebotomy experience, ability to navigate lab systems, and a high school diploma. Benefits and team environment are highlighted in the description.