Phlebotomist II- On Call

Quest Diagnostics • Bethesda, MD

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About The Position

The Phlebotomist II collects and processes specimens according to established procedures, including drug screens, biometric screenings, and insurance exams. The role also administers oral solutions after completing the applicable training and uses laboratory technology systems and other approved tools to research test and client information and verify orders. Accurate computer navigation, data entry, billing, and payment collection are important parts of the position.

The role includes specimen preparation and transport, non-patient-facing duties, maintaining logs and supplies, following departmental policies and procedures, assisting with statistics and data, and completing required training. This is an on-call position in Bethesda, Maryland. The pay range is $23.20–$24.90 per hour. Salary offers consider relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market factors, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

Requirements

• Three years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
• Keyboard and data-entry experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Flexible availability based on staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.

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, enter billing information accurately, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
• Process specimens, including 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, including maintenance and temperature logs, in a timely manner and at the required frequency.
• Complete online and in-person training courses on time.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan, with eligibility for all employees after one month and a fully vested company match of up to 5% of pay after one year.
• On-call employees are eligible for a pre-tax and/or Roth 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% after 12 months of service.
• Eligible candidates may receive annual performance bonus compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED