Phlebotomist I
About The Position
The Phlebotomist I collects and processes specimens according to established procedures, including specimens for drug screens, biometric screening, and insurance exams. The role may administer oral solutions and requires accurate use of laboratory technology systems to research test and client information and verify written and electronic orders. Accurate computer navigation and data entry are essential. The position also involves obtaining identification, entering billing information, collecting payments when required, and preparing specimens for testing or transport through labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, and freezing. Additional duties include inventory and supply management, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, using email, maintaining phlebotomy and temperature logs, assisting with statistics and data, complying with departmental procedures, and completing assigned training. The role requires effective communication in English.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English.
- Keyboard and data-entry experience.
- Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
- Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
- One year of phlebotomy experience preferred.
- Customer service experience in a retail or service environment preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Medical assistant or paramedic training.
- Phlebotomy certification, except where required by state.
- 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 screening, 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 enter data accurately.
- Obtain identification, enter billing information, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
- Process specimens by labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing them for transport as required by test orders.
- 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 the required frequency, including maintenance and temperature logs.
- Complete online and in-person training courses on time.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 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 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
