Phlebotomist I
About The Position
Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Phlebotomist I in Corpus Christi, Texas. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with rotational weekends. Pay starts at $20.00 per hour. Salary offers depend on factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, applicable certifications, and market and organizational considerations. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. The role involves collecting and processing specimens, verifying orders and client information, entering data, and completing patient-facing and administrative duties in accordance with established procedures and corporate policies. The position requires effective communication in English. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; medical assistant or paramedic training, phlebotomy certification, and relevant work experience are preferred. Phlebotomy certification is required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English.
- Ability to navigate a computer and accurately enter data.
- Keyboard and data-entry experience.
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.
Responsibilities
- Collect specimens according to established procedures, including for 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 in a timely manner and at required frequencies, including maintenance and temperature logs.
- Complete online and in-person training courses in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees who work 30 or more hours.
- Well-being programs.
- Annual no-cost health assessment program, Blueprint for Wellness®.
- 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
