Phlebotomist I

Quest Diagnostics•Santa Monica, CA
•Onsite

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 after completing required training and uses laboratory technology and approved tools to verify test and client information and written or electronic orders. Accurate computer navigation and data entry are essential. The position includes obtaining identification, entering billing information, collecting payments when required, and handling specimens through labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparation for transport. Additional duties include inventory and supply management, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, using email, maintaining logs, assisting with statistics and data, following departmental procedures, and completing required training. This position is based in Santa Monica, California, with a Monday-to-Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and rotational weekends. A state phlebotomy license is required; Quest does not accept NHA licenses in California, Washington, or Nevada. The pay range is $24.00–$25.70 per hour. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. Benefits vary depending on whether the position is part-time or full-time.

Requirements

  • A state phlebotomy license is required. Quest does not accept NHA licenses in California, Washington, or Nevada.
  • 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 preferred.
  • Phlebotomy certification preferred; it is required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
  • One year of phlebotomy experience preferred.
  • Customer service experience in a retail or service environment preferred.

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 in accordance with 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, 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 coverage for full-time employees working 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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