Phlebotomy Technician

Quest Diagnostics•Coon Rapids, MN

15h•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Technician accurately performs and processes point-of-care (POC) testing and collects venous and capillary blood from adults, infants, and children, along with related functions. The role is based in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, with a stated schedule of Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and rotational weekends. The position pays $24.00 to $27.00 per hour. Salary offers take into account factors such as relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market conditions, and organizational factors; successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. The role involves regular contact with clinic personnel, patients, and visitors. It requires flexibility to meet staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime. The position also requires travel, including as needed to health fairs and PSA testing sites.

Requirements

At least 1 year of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
Keyboard and data-entry experience.
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.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and carrying objects, prolonged sitting or standing, repetitive dominant-hand tasks, fine hand dexterity, and activities such as walking, balancing, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, and twisting.
Ability to travel and use a phone and PC extensively.

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant or paramedic training.
Phlebotomy certification; certification is required in California, Nevada, and Washington.

Responsibilities

Collect blood and/or perform point-of-care testing as assigned.
Clean and restock POC supplies and prepare phlebotomy carts and trays.
Assist coworkers with blood draws and POC testing.
Collect venous or capillary blood from newborn through geriatric patients using proper aseptic collection techniques.
Draw and deliver stat, timed, and routine blood work within established departmental time frames.
Collect venous and capillary blood into appropriate tubes and culture vials according to the testing purpose.
Perform and process POC tests for patients ranging from newborns to geriatric patients.
Complete clerical functions associated with POC testing documents.
Promptly report patient or employee incidents and issues to the group leader or supervisor.
Report supply needs and equipment defects promptly.
Log refrigerator temperatures daily and report out-of-range temperatures to the group leader or supervisor.
Travel as needed to perform phlebotomy and POC testing at health fairs and PSA testing sites, and deliver specimens to the laboratory.
Identify the needs of the patient population and adapt care to individual needs, including age, culture, language, and hearing or visual impairments; communicate at the appropriate developmental, educational, and literacy level with patients, parents, or primary caregivers.
Adhere to the standards identified in the clinic's Organizational Competencies.

Benefits

Day-one medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage 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.