Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics•Manahawkin, NJ

10d

About The Position

The Phlebotomist II collects and processes specimens according to established procedures, including drug screens, biometric screenings, and insurance exams. The role may involve administering oral solutions after completing the required training, verifying orders and client information using laboratory technology and other approved tools, entering data, and collecting billing information and payments when required. Specimen processing includes labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing specimens for transport as specified by test orders. The position also includes non-patient-facing duties such as maintaining inventory and supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and using email. The employee must follow departmental policies and procedures, maintain required phlebotomy and facility logs, assist with statistics and data submissions when requested, and complete assigned training courses on time. The position is located in Manahawkin, New Jersey, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, with rotational weekends. Availability may also be needed for holidays, on-call work, and overtime based on staffing needs.

Requirements

Three years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
Keyboard and data-entry experience.
Flexibility and 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.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to effectively communicate in English.

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, 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 compilation and submission of 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

Eligible employees working 30 or more hours in a full-time position may receive Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage.
Well-being programs.
Annual no-cost health assessment program.
Blueprint for Wellness® 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 a buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.
Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.