Phlebotomist III Territory

Quest Diagnostics•Denton, TX

6h•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist III travels within an assigned territory to provide professional phlebotomy services at Patient Service Centers, client offices, and other sites. The role ensures accurate specimen collection, patient identification, and compliance with testing protocols to support high-quality laboratory results. The phlebotomist works independently with a consistently low error rate and handles complex collections and patient or client situations while delivering a professional, efficient experience and demonstrating Quest’s 5Cs: Customer First, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Continuous Improvement. The position is based in Denton, Texas, with a Monday-to-Friday schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and rotational weekends. Travel within the assigned territory is required, up to 75%, and coverage across PSC and IOP locations may be needed with minimal notice. Pay is listed as $22.00+ per hour. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. The role requires three years of phlebotomy experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Phlebotomy certification is required in certain states, including California, Nevada, Washington, and Louisiana. Preferred qualifications include customer service experience and completion of a phlebotomy-accredited program or medical assistant or paramedic training. Physical requirements include frequent lifting up to 15 pounds, occasional lifting up to 40 pounds with assistance as needed, repetitive fine hand motions, extended periods standing or sitting, frequent walking and standing, and occasional bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, or pulling.

Requirements

Three years of phlebotomy experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Phlebotomy certification is required in California, Nevada, Washington, and Louisiana.
Ability to travel up to 75% and meet territory travel expectations.
Strong knowledge of phlebotomy best practices and complex collection practices, including pediatric and geriatric draws.
Proven phlebotomy experience, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
Ability to work independently and perform accurate, error-free work in a fast-paced setting with minimal on-site supervision.
Strong communication skills and ability to adapt to change.
Keyboard and data-entry experience.
English required.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds frequently and up to 40 pounds occasionally, with assistance as needed; perform repetitive fine hand motions; stand or sit for extended periods; walk and stand frequently; and occasionally bend, kneel, reach, twist, or pull.
Frequently use a phone and computer and communicate in English with patients and clients.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience in a retail or service environment.
Completion of a phlebotomy-accredited program, or medical assistant or paramedic training.
Professional medical certification, such as medical assistant, phlebotomy, or similar.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture, capillary draws, and other specimen collections according to established procedures, including difficult pediatric, geriatric, and hard-stick draws.
Confirm patient identity and obtain required signatures; ensure specimen labeling accuracy and enter data as needed.
Prepare specimens for transport and testing by labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and storing them according to test requirements.
Research test and client information and verify written and electronic orders using laboratory systems or directories of services.
Provide respectful, professional, and efficient service to patients and clients; communicate procedures clearly and respond to questions.
Accurately enter patient registration, test order, and billing information.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and welcoming collection environment and manage multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
Provide coverage at PSC and IOP sites within the assigned territory, sometimes with minimal notice, and complete office activities accurately and on time.
Maintain reliable transportation and meet applicable travel requirements, including a valid driver license and clean driving record when applicable.
May mentor on-site staff by providing guidance and support.
Serve as a subject matter expert for complex specimen requirements, special processing, and specimen troubleshooting.
Use independent judgment to adapt to operational needs and maintain workflow continuity.
Collect payments when required and follow corporate policies for identification and billing information.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, safety protocols, and compliance standards, including patient confidentiality.
Use laboratory systems, directories, and corporate tools to verify orders and documentation.
Support administrative tasks such as stocking supplies, sanitizing, maintaining logs, filing, email use, and answering phones.
Complete required training and maintain current phlebotomy skills and knowledge.

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 buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.