Phlebotomist I
About The Position
The Phlebotomist I collects and processes specimens according to established procedures, including drug screens, biometric screenings, and insurance exams. The role also administers oral solutions, verifies test and client information and orders, enters data, obtains identification and billing information, collects payments when required, and performs supporting administrative and specimen-processing tasks. The position is in Merced, California, Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with rotational weekends. A state phlebotomy license is required; Quest does not accept NHA licenses in California, Washington, or Nevada.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- State phlebotomy license; required in California, Nevada, and Washington. Quest does not accept NHA licenses in those states.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English.
- Ability to navigate a computer and accurately enter data.
Nice To Haves
- Medical assistant or paramedic training.
- Phlebotomy certification (required in California, Nevada, and Washington).
- One year of phlebotomy experience.
- Customer service experience in a retail or service environment.
- Keyboard and data-entry experience.
Responsibilities
- Collect specimens according to established procedures, including drug screens, biometric screenings, and insurance exams.
- Administer oral solutions according to established training.
- Research test and client information and confirm and verify written and electronic orders using laboratory technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
- Navigate a computer and accurately enter data.
- Obtain identification, accurately enter billing information, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
- Process specimens, including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing them for transport as required by the test order.
- Perform non-patient-facing duties, including inventory, stocking supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and using email as appropriate.
- Read, understand, and comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.
- Assist with compiling and submitting statistics and data when required.
- Maintain appropriate phlebotomy logs, such as maintenance and temperature logs, in a timely manner and at the required frequency.
- Complete online and in-person training courses on time.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees who work 30 or more hours.
- Well-being programs.
- Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment program.
- healthyMINDS mental health program.
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
- Six holidays plus one 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, with a buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
