Sr. Phlebotomy Technician
Quest Diagnostics
Summary
The Sr. Phlebotomy Technician assists the supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the department. This position is responsible for accurately performing and processing Point of Care Testing (POC), venous and capillary blood collection from adults, infants, and children and all related functions.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Prepares staff schedule to provide adequate coverage and updates changes daily
- Ensures equitable distribution of workload
- Troubleshoots and resolves issues with technicians, clinic staff etc. as needed in conjunction with the Supervisor
- Monitors to ensure work is being performed efficiently
- Establishes in conjunction with the Supervisor an onboarding program for new employees
- Performs phlebotomy and POC testing as needed
- Maintains drawing and POC testing carts/trays with necessary supplies
- Maintains all necessary supplies and places orders in a timely fashion
- Sorts timed specimen requisitions and distribute them according to unit assignments as necessary
- Obtain specimens, requisitions, draw blood or perform POC tests as needed
- Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs
- Adheres to the standards identified in the clinic's Organizational Competencies
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years of progressive, accomplished experience in POC and phlebotomy preferred
- Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred
- Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years of progressive, accomplished experience in POC and phlebotomy preferred
- Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred
- Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Well-being programs
- Annual health assessment
- Mental health program
- Vacation & Flex Time
- Paid holidays
- Financial coaching
- 401(k) with company match
- Roth IRA
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance
Company overview
Quest Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic information services, operating one of the largest clinical laboratory networks in the United States. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, the company offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic testing services including routine blood tests, genetic testing, molecular diagnostics, and anatomic pathology. Quest serves approximately one-third of American adults and physicians annually through its network of approximately 2,250 patient service centers and extensive outreach operations. The company processes over 500,000 test requests daily, providing critical data that helps healthcare providers make informed decisions about patient care. Quest Diagnostics has been at the forefront of diagnostic innovation, developing advanced testing capabilities for cancer, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases, and neurological disorders. The company plays a vital role in public health through its participation in disease surveillance and population health management initiatives.