Phlebotomist I Representative - Hospital

Quest Diagnostics•Silver Spring, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Represents the face of our company to patients within the hospital systems at Quest Diagnostics, both as part of their routine health management or for insights into life-defining health decisions. The Phlebotomist I draws quality blood samples from patients while following established practices and procedures. The Phlebotomist I has direct contact with patients and creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures to patients and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and accurate manner. The Phlebotomist I will demonstrate Quest Leadership Behaviors while focusing on process excellence skills and sensitivity to confidentiality and accuracy to patient information. Successful applicants will be assigned to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Requirements

Demonstrate proficient phlebotomy skills to include pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
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.
High School Diploma or Equivalent. (Required)
Phlebotomy certification (required in certain states, e.g. California, Nevada, Washington and Louisiana) (Preferred)

Nice To Haves

One year of phlebotomy experience preferred.
Customer service and healthcare experience preferred.
Keyboard/data entry experience.
Depending on site operations and model, Hospital Phlebotomists may also support pre-analytical laboratory functions

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection on patients of all age groups.
Accurately label and process specimens according to laboratory protocol.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of phlebotomy carts and work areas.
Administer oral solutions according to established training, such as Glucola.
Data entry and processing specimens including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens as required by test order.
Perform departmental-related clerical duties when assigned such as data entry, inventory, stock supplies, and answer phones when needed.
Read, understand and comply with departmental policies, protocols and procedures: (i.e. Procedure Manuals, Safety Manual, Compliance Manual, Employee Handbook, Quality Assurance Manual); and ensure that all staff members follow instructions.
Observe infection control and safety protocols at all times.
Maintain all appropriate phlebotomy logs in a timely manner and based on frequency, such as maintenance logs and temperature logs.
Responsible for completing all data entry requirements, where applicable, accurately including data entry of patient registration; entry of test order from requisition or pulling order from database; managing Standing Orders.
Ensure facilities are neat, clean and in good repair, takes appropriate action to advise Group Leader or Supervisor of required repairs and maintenance.
Complete training courses and keep up to date with the latest phlebotomy techniques.
Communicate effectively with patients, nursing staff, and lab personnel.
Participate in special projects and teams.
Rotate through inpatient, outpatient, physicians’ offices, and ED settings as scheduled.
Assist with training new staff or students as needed.
Stay up to date on company communications.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

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