Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnosticsorporated • Beaufort, SC

23h

About The Position

The Phlebotomist II represents the company to patients and collects quality blood samples for laboratory testing. The role explains procedures and draws blood safely, skillfully, and accurately while creating an atmosphere of trust and confidence. It requires attention to process excellence, confidentiality, and the accuracy of patient information.

Under the direction of the area supervisor, the role performs daily activities accurately and on time, maintains a safe and professional environment, and conducts forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing according to established procedures. The Phlebotomist II verifies patient demographic information and initials, obtains the patient’s signature after venipuncture, and confirms that tubes are labeled in the patient’s presence with the correct name. The role also maintains required records and documentation and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public.

Successful applicants may be assigned to a doctor’s office or patient service center, or placed elsewhere as business needs dictate. Travel and flexible hours may be required to cover multiple locations, including patient service center and in-office phlebotomy sites, with minimal notice. Training locations may vary based on trainer availability.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of phlebotomy experience required, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
• Excellent phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
• Ability to produce quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.
• Flexibility and availability based on staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.
• Commitment to company policies and procedures, including dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.
• Ability to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver license, and a clean driving record, if applicable.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours across multiple locations, including covering sites with minimal notice.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
• Superior customer focus and the ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors, and patients.
• Ability to embrace change and knowledge of the business.
• Keyboard and data-entry experience.

Nice To Haves

• Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
• Two years of experience in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.
• Customer service experience in a retail or service environment highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory testing using established practices and procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients and perform blood draws skillfully, safely, and accurately.
• Perform forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing.
• Verify patient demographic information and initials, obtain the patient’s signature after venipuncture, and confirm tubes are correctly labeled in the patient’s presence.
• Perform daily activities accurately and on time under the direction of the area supervisor.
• Maintain a safe and professional environment.
• Maintain required records and documentation.
• Promote a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public.
• Cover multiple locations, including patient service center and in-office phlebotomy sites, as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED