Sr. Phlebotomy Technician

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Forest Lake (MN); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Forest Lake, MN seeks a Sr. Phlebotomy Technician to perform phlebotomy and POC testing for adults and children, maintain supplies, and support daily operations.

Shifts run 6:45 AM–8:30 PM, with some rotation on weekends; pay ranges from $25.00 to $30.00 per hour with potential annual bonus based on performance. The role emphasizes patient care, accurate specimen handling, and collaboration with supervisors and clinic staff to ensure timely processing and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of progressive, accomplished experience in POC and phlebotomy preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in certain states.

Responsibilities

• Prepares staff schedule to ensure adequate coverage and updates changes daily.
• Distributes workload equitably and monitors efficiency.
• Troubleshoots issues with technicians and clinic staff with the Supervisor.
• Performs phlebotomy and POC testing as needed.
• Maintains supplies and orders to ensure cost‑effective operation.

Skills

POC testing

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Medical assistant training

Paramedic training

Job description

Sr. Phlebotomy Technician - Forest Lake, MN, Monday to Friday, with rotational weekends, 6:45 AM - 8:30 PM - 8/10 hours shifts - hours may vary upon business needs

The Sr. Phlebotomy Technician assists the supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the department. This position 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 range: $25.00 - $30.00 / 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 information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• 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
• and so much more!

Responsibilities:

Essential Generic Job Functions:

• Prepares staff schedule to provide adequate coverage and updates changes daily
• Ensures equitable distribution of workload.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with technicians, clinic staff etc. as needed in conjunction with the Supervisor.
• Monitors to ensure work is being performed efficiently.
• Establishes in conjunction with the Supervisor an onboarding program for new employees.
• Performs phlebotomy and POC testing as needed.
• Maintains drawing and POC testing carts/trays with necessary supplies.
• Maintains all necessary supplies and places orders in a timely fashion. Displays need for cost-effectiveness in the use of supplies and materials.
• Sorts timed specimen requisitions and distribute them according to unit assignments as necessary.
• Obtain specimens, requisitions, draw blood or perform POC tests as needed.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
• Adheres to the standards identified in the clinic's Organizational Competencies.

Contacts: Regular contact with clinic personnel, patients and visitors.

Qualifications:

Physical Requirements

• Lift light to moderately heavy objects. The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 15 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 16 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally and objects in the weight range of 26 to 40 pounds are seldom lifted and carried. Objects exceeding 41 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time; requires long hours of eye and hand coordination.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks with dominant hand frequently to constantly throughout the day.
• Position requires travel.
• Extensive use of phone and PC.
• Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness.
• Talking.
• Walking.
• Balancing.
• Bending/kneeling.
• Pushing/pulling.
• Reaching/twisting.

Knowledge, Education and Skills Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of progressive, accomplished experience in POC and phlebotomy preferred.
• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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