Phlebotomy Representative - Site Lead

Quest Diagnostics•Modesto, CA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires you to have a state phlebotomy license. Phlebotomy Representative - Site Lead - Modesto, CA, Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with rotational weekends. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation. This role involves delivering professional phlebotomy services at assigned Patient Service Centers (PSCs) or Client Offices (IOPs), ensuring accurate specimen collection, patient identification, and adherence to testing protocols. The Site Lead will communicate effectively to create a professional and efficient experience for patients, staff, and clients, handle more complex collections and patient/client situations, and support on-site staff. Demonstrating the Quest 5Cs- Customer First, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Continuous Improvement is essential for upholding service and operational excellence.

Requirements

Two years of phlebotomy experience required.
Phlebotomy certification required in CA, NV, WA, and LA
High School diploma or equivalent.
Strong knowledge of phlebotomy best practices and more complex collection practices, including pediatric and geriatric draws.
Keyboard/data entry experience.
Ability to perform accurate, errorfree work in a fast-paced setting, while helping team with difficult draws.
Proven skill with phlebotomy, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
Strong communication skills and ability to adapt to change.
English required.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience.
Phlebotomy accredited program, medical assistant or paramedic training

Responsibilities

Perform specimen collections following established procedures for a variety of tests, including but not limited to venipuncture and capillary draws.
Capable of handling some difficult draws, including pediatric, geriatric, and hard sticks with a consistently low error.
Obtain patient identification and signatures to confirm specimen labeling accuracy.
Perform data entry as necessary.
Prepare specimens for transport and testing, including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and storage as required by test order.
Research test/client information and confirm and verify all written and electronic orders by utilizing lab technology systems or directory of services.
Independently resolve routine patient and client concerns and escalate non-routine issues appropriately.
Communicate professionally with clients to resolve, refer, and /or document problems, prepare problem documentation and report critical issues as they occur.
Provide professional, respectful, and efficient service to all patients and clients.
Use strong verbal and written communications, problem-solving, and collaboration skills to complete daily procedures and address patient questions.
Perform accurate data entry for patient registration, test order entry, and billing information.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and welcoming collection environment.
Handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
Direct daily operations at site, following standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), coaching on-site staff as necessary.
With training, act as mentor and resource for new and tenured employees.
Ensure that daily activities of the office are completed accurately and on time.
Assist with site upkeep and maintenance, such as compiling monthly statistics, maintaining phlebotomy logs, ordering supplies, prepare schedules, and always ensuring cleanliness and safety at the site.
Must be flexible with scheduling, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Minimal travel to sites beyond designated work site(s).
Assigned to a single site, supporting designated Patient Service Centers (PSCs) or Client Offices (IOPs) location.
Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, safety protocols, and compliance standards, including confidentiality of patient information.
Utilize laboratory systems, directories, and corporate tools to confirm orders and documentation.
Support routine administrative tasks including supply stocking, maintaining logs sanitizing, filing, email use, and answering phones.
Complete all training and maintain current phlebotomy skills and knowledge.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program
Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "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, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities