Quest Diagnostics is hiring: Phlebotomy Technician in Vadnais Heights

Overview

Phlebotomy Technician - Vadnais Heights, MN - Monday-Friday 9:00AM - 5:30PM

The Phlebotomy Technician 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.

Responsibilities

• Collects blood and/or performs POC as assigned
• Cleans and restocks POC supplies and prepares phlebotomy carts/trays
• Assists coworkers with draws and POC testing
• Draws venous or capillary blood from newborn through geriatric patients using proper aseptic collection techniques
• Draws and delivers (where applicable) all blood work (stat, timed, routine) within established departmental policy time frames
• Draws venous and capillary blood into proper tubes and culture vials according to the purpose for which the blood is to be tested
• Performs and processes all POC tests on patients ranging from newborn to geriatrics
• Completes clerical functions associated with POC testing documents
• Reports incidents/issues regarding patients or employees timely to group leader or supervisor
• Reports supply needs and equipment defects in a timely fashion
• Logs refrigerator temperatures daily and reports if falls out range to group leader or supervisor
• Travels and performs phlebotomy duties and POC testing, as needed, at health fairs and PSA testing sites and delivers specimens to laboratory
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (e.g., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired) and communicates with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level
• Adheres to the standards identified in the clinics Organizational Competencies

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Lift light to moderately heavy objects; up to 40 pounds; assistive devices as needed
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods; long hours of eye and hand coordination
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks; position may require travel
• Extensive use of phone and PC; fine dexterity; able to talk, walk, balance, bend/kneel, push/pull, reach/twist

Knowledge, Education And Skills Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred
• Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in California, Nevada, and Washington

Knowledge, Education And Skills Preferred

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About The Team and Diversity

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $23.00 - $28.00 / hour. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

• Day 1 Medical, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Well-being programs, Blueprint for Wellness, and healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time, holidays, and MyDay
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months
• Employee stock purchase plan, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• Annual incentive plans and matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

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