Phlebotomist I

Quest Diagnostics • Saint Joseph, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Phlebotomist I in Saint Joseph, MI. This is an on-call position, working Monday through Friday with rotational weekends from 5:00 am to 1:30 pm. The role involves collecting specimens, administering oral solutions, researching test information, entering data, collecting payments, processing specimens, and performing non-patient facing duties. The position requires effective communication in English and the ability to navigate a computer and accurately enter data.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to navigate a computer and accurately enter data.
• Effective communication in English.

Nice To Haves

• Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
• One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Customer service in a retail or service environment preferred.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.

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

• 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month.
• Company match up to 5% of pay after one year (fully vested).
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service (for on-call employees).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED