Phlebotomist (Traveler)

Quest Diagnosticsorporated•Jasper, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Services Representative (PSR) represents the company to patients and collects blood samples for laboratory testing. The PSR explains procedures and draws specimens skillfully, safely, and accurately while building patient trust and protecting confidential and accurate patient information. Work may be assigned to a doctor’s office, patient service center, or another location based on business needs. Under the area supervisor’s direction, the PSR performs daily activities accurately and on time, maintains a safe and professional environment, and carries out forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing according to established procedures. The role includes confirming patient demographic information and initials, obtaining the patient’s signature after venipuncture to verify that tubes were labeled in the patient’s presence and correctly, and maintaining required records. The PSR demonstrates organizational commitment and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public. This is a temporary agency labor position supporting a busy location. The role requires flexible availability to work across multiple locations and cover patient service center or in-office phlebotomy locations, sometimes with minimal notice. Training locations may vary depending on trainer availability. The position is not eligible for remote work.

Requirements

At least 2–3 years of experience.
Ability to produce quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.
Excellent phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric draws.
Flexible availability based on staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.
Ability to work flexible hours and potentially cover multiple locations with minimal notice.
Commitment to company policies and procedures, including the dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.
Ability to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment.
Reliable transportation to and from the worksite; bus and rideshare services are not considered reliable transportation. A valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required if applicable.
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
Superior customer focus and ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors, and patients.
Ability to embrace change and knowledge of the business.
Must be available whenever scheduled, arrive on time, and remain for the entire shift; excessive absenteeism or tardiness may result in termination.

Responsibilities

Collect quality blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
Explain procedures to patients and perform blood draws safely, skillfully, and accurately.
Perform clinical and forensic specimen collection and processing according to established practices and procedures.
Verify patient demographic information and initials, and obtain the patient’s signature after venipuncture to confirm tubes were labeled in the patient’s presence and bear the correct name.
Perform daily activities accurately and on time under the area supervisor’s direction.
Maintain a safe and professional environment.
Maintain required records and documentation.
Promote a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public.
Cover patient service center and in-office phlebotomy locations as staffing needs require.
Attend training at locations that may vary based on trainer availability.