Phlebotomy Technician

Quest Diagnostics; Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical, dental & vision

Well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

healthyMINDS

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Hastings, MN is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform blood collection and POC testing for patients of all ages. Schedule includes Mon, Thu, Fri 9:00 AM–5:30 PM; Tue/Wed 10:30 AM–7:00 PM with rotational weekends.

The role supports accurate specimen collection and processing for laboratory testing. The position offers pay for this role with a range of $23.00–$28.00 per hour, plus potential annual bonus compensation.

Qualifications

• 1 year phlebotomy experience required, inclusive of 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, valid drivers license, and clean driving record, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Collects blood and/or performs POC as assigned.
• Cleans and re-stocks POC supplies and prepares phlebotomy carts/trays.
• Assists coworkers with draws and POC testing.
• Draws venous or capillary blood from newborn through geriatric patients using proper aseptic collection techniques.
• Draws and delivers (where applicable) all blood work within established departmental policy time frames.
• Draws venous and capillary blood into proper tubes and culture vials according to the purpose for which the blood is to be tested.

Skills

Phlebotomy

POC testing

Blood collection

Pediatrics & geriatrics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Medical training (MA/Paramedic)

Job description

Overview

Phlebotomy Technician – Hastings, MN. Schedule: Monday, Thursday & Friday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Tuesday & Wednesday 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM; with rotational weekends.

The Phlebotomy Technician is responsible for accurately performing and processing, Point of Care Testing (POC), venous and capillary blood collection from adults, infants, and children, and all related functions.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information: Best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families. Depending on part-time or full-time status, some benefits may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual 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

Essential generic job functions:

• Collects blood and/or performs POC as assigned
• Cleans and re-stocks POC supplies and prepares phlebotomy carts/trays
• Assists coworkers with draws and POC testing
• Draws venous or capillary blood from newborn through geriatric patients using proper aseptic collection techniques
• Draws and delivers (where applicable) all blood work (stat, timed, routine) within established departmental policy time frames
• Draws venous and capillary blood into proper tubes and culture vials according to the purpose for which the blood is to be tested
• Performs and processes all POC tests on patients ranging from newborn to geriatrics
• Completes clerical functions associated with POC testing documents
• Reports incidents/issues regarding patients or employees timely to group leader or supervisor
• Reports supply needs and equipment defects in a timely fashion
• Logs refrigerator temperatures daily and reports if out of range to group leader or supervisor
• Travels and performs phlebotomy duties and POC testing, as needed, at health fairs and PSA testing sites and delivers specimens to laboratory
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and delivers care that is specific to those needs (age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.) and communicates with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level
• Adheres to the standards identified in the clinics Organizational Competencies

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

• 1 year phlebotomy experience required, inclusive of 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, valid driver's license, and clean driving record, if applicable

Physical Requirements

• Lift 1 to 40 pounds; occasional lifts above 40 pounds with assistance
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods; requires long hours of eye and hand coordination
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks with dominant hand frequently
• Position requires travel
• Extensive use of phone and PC
• Fine dexterity and steadiness
• Talking, walking, balancing, bending/kneeling, pushing/pulling, reaching/twisting

Knowledge, Education and Skills

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

Required Certification/Licensing

Knowledge, Education and Skills Preferred: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

EEO and About The Team

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. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.