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Quest Diagnostics

Operates nationwide clinical laboratory testing

Phlebotomist 2

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Oct 31
Full-timePittsburgh, PA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Two years of phlebotomy experience is required.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Phlebotomy certification is required in California, Nevada, Washington, and Louisiana.
  • English is required.
  • Travel up to 75% is required.
  • The role requires lifting up to 15 pounds frequently and up to 40 pounds occasionally with assistance as needed; repetitive fine hand motions; extended periods of standing or sitting; frequent walking and standing; and occasional bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, or pulling.
  • The role requires extensive use of a phone and computer and frequent communication in English with patients and clients.
  • Strong knowledge of phlebotomy best practices and complex collection practices, including pediatric and geriatric draws, is required.
  • The role requires the ability to work independently and perform accurate work in a fast-paced setting with minimal on-site supervision.
  • Experienced phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric collections, are required.
  • Keyboard and data-entry experience is required.
  • A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record are required where applicable.

Responsibilities

  • Perform specimen collections according to established procedures for tests including venipuncture and capillary draws, including difficult 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 orders.
  • Research test and client information and confirm and verify written and electronic orders using laboratory technology systems or directories of services.
  • Resolve routine patient and client concerns independently and escalate non-routine issues appropriately.
  • Provide professional, respectful, and efficient service to patients and clients; use verbal and written communication and problem-solving to complete procedures and address patient questions.
  • Perform accurate data entry for patient registration, test-order entry, and billing information.
  • Explain collection procedures clearly and address patient questions.
  • Maintain a clean, orderly, and welcoming collection environment.
  • Handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
  • Provide coverage across Patient Service Centers and client offices within the assigned territory with minimal notice.
  • Ensure daily office activities are completed accurately and on time.
  • Obtain identification, enter billing information accurately, and collect payments when required in accordance with corporate policies.
  • Follow departmental policies, procedures, safety protocols, and compliance standards, including confidentiality of patient information.
  • Use laboratory systems, directories, and corporate tools to confirm orders and documentation.
  • Support routine administrative tasks, including stocking supplies, sanitizing, maintaining logs, filing, using email, and answering phones.
  • Complete all training and maintain current phlebotomy skills and knowledge.

Desired Qualifications

  • Customer service experience in a retail or service environment is preferred.
  • Training through a phlebotomy-accredited program, medical assistant program, or paramedic program is preferred.
  • Professional medical certification, such as medical assistant, phlebotomy, or similar, is strongly desired.

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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