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Quest Diagnostics

Operates nationwide clinical laboratory testing

Phlebotomist Representative Senior Site Lead

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNashville, TN, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Three years of phlebotomy experience is required.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Phlebotomy certification is required in California, Nevada, Washington, and Louisiana.
  • Strong knowledge of phlebotomy best practices and complex collection practices, including pediatric and geriatric draws.
  • Keyboard and data-entry experience.
  • Ability to perform accurate, error-free work in a fast-paced setting while supporting on-site staff with difficult draws.
  • Proven track record as a successful phlebotomist, including pediatric and geriatric collections.
  • Ability to communicate frequently in English with patients and clients.
  • 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.
  • Ability to use a phone and computer extensively.
  • Flexibility with scheduling, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Perform specimen collections according to established procedures for a variety of tests, including venipuncture and capillary draws, and handle difficult draws, including pediatric, geriatric, and hard-stick collections, with minimal error.
  • Obtain patient identification and signatures to confirm specimen-labeling accuracy, and perform data entry as necessary.
  • Prepare specimens for transport and testing, including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and storage as required by test order.
  • Research test and client information and confirm and verify written and electronic orders using laboratory technology systems or the directory of services.
  • Communicate professionally with clients to resolve, refer, or document problems; prepare problem documentation; and report critical issues as they occur.
  • Provide professional, respectful, and efficient service to patients and clients; use verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and collaboration to complete 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, and handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
  • Direct daily site operations in accordance with standard operating procedures and coach on-site staff as necessary.
  • Mentor and serve as a role model and resource for new and tenured employees.
  • Support site upkeep and maintenance by compiling monthly statistics, maintaining phlebotomy logs, ordering supplies, preparing schedules, and ensuring site cleanliness and safety.
  • Travel as needed to provide oversight of multiple sites, while primarily being assigned to a single site supporting designated Patient Service Centers or Client Offices; minimal travel beyond designated work sites may be required.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on complex specimen requirements, special processing, specimen troubleshooting, and business knowledge.
  • Use judgment to adapt independently to operational needs, ensure workflow continuity, and help on-site staff do the same.
  • Obtain identification, accurately enter billing information, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
  • Follow departmental policies, procedures, safety protocols, and compliance standards, including patient-information confidentiality.
  • Use laboratory systems, directories, and corporate tools to confirm orders and documentation.
  • Perform routine administrative tasks, including supply stocking, sanitizing, filing, using email, and answering phones.
  • Complete all training and maintain current phlebotomy skills and knowledge.
  • Assist with special projects as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Customer service experience.
  • Previous leadership experience as a shift or site lead.
  • Phlebotomy accredited program, medical assistant training, or paramedic training.

About the Company

Quest Diagnostics

Operates nationwide clinical laboratory testing

Quest Diagnostics provides clinical laboratory testing and diagnostic services. It processes patient samples across a network of laboratories to run a broad menu of 3,000+ tests, including cancer diagnostics and anatomical pathology, and delivers interpretive reports through its medical staff. Tests are performed at its patient service centers, esoteric and rapid-response labs, and outpatient facilities, with results shared with clinicians via connected data systems. What sets Quest Diagnostics apart is its scale and scope: the world’s largest clinical lab network, the broadest test menu, a large team of MDs and PhDs for interpretation, and leadership in cancer diagnostics and pre-employment drug testing, plus extensive clinical trials testing. Its goal is to empower healthcare providers and patients with actionable diagnostic insights to identify, treat, and manage disease, inspire healthy behaviors, and improve health outcomes.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Secaucus, NJ
Founded
1967

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