Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics • Colorado Springs, CO

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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 training, verifies test and client information and orders, enters data and billing information, and collects payments when required. It includes both patient-facing collection duties and non-patient-facing tasks such as inventory, stocking supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and email. The employee follows departmental policies and procedures, maintains phlebotomy and equipment-related logs, assists with compiling and submitting statistics and data, and completes required training. The position is in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with a Monday-to-Friday schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and rotational Saturdays; staffing needs may also require weekends, holidays, on-call availability, and overtime. Pay is $21.75–$24.90 per hour. Annual performance bonus compensation may be available to eligible candidates.

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.
• 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.

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, insurance exams, and pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
• 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 enter data accurately.
• 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 on time and at the required frequency, including maintenance and temperature logs.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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