Phlebotomist I

Quest Diagnostics•Bakersfield, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires you to have a state phlebotomy license (Quest does not accept NHA licenses in CA, WA, NV). The Phlebotomist I role is located in Bakersfield, CA, with a work schedule of Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and includes rotational weekends. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications obtained, as well as market and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

Requirements

State phlebotomy license (Quest does not accept NHA licenses in CA, WA, NV).
High school diploma or equivalent.
Phlebotomy certification required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
Keyboard/data entry experience.
Ability to effectively communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training
Phlebotomy certification
One year phlebotomy experience
Customer service in a retail or service environment

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.

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