Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics•Houston, TX

9d•$21

About The Position

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Phlebotomist II in Houston, Texas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM, with rotational weekends. The posting highlights bilingual ability and pediatric skills. The role involves collecting and processing specimens, confirming orders and patient information, entering data, collecting payments when required, and completing administrative and facility-support duties. Candidates must have three years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections, as well as keyboard and data-entry experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Requirements

Three years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
Keyboard and data-entry experience.
Flexibility and availability to meet 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.
Phlebotomy certification; certification is 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 the test order.
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

Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision benefits 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 a buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.