QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC is hiring: Phlebotomy Technician in West Saint Paul

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Overview

At Quest, phlebotomists apply their expertise and our cutting-edge technology to deliver quality patient care in a safe and supportive environment. No matter your level or experience, every day is a chance to grow, contribute, and learn–all while carrying out meaningful work that makes a positive impact on our business. This role offers the opportunity to begin a life-long career with an organization that spans across the nation, with collaboration among passionate, smart team members.

"The people that I work with is what keeps me here. We all work together as a team, and you don’t find that at most places. Also, helping people is what keeps me here because we have a big impact on their health."

Success profile

What makes a successful candidate? See if you have what it takes.

• Adaptable
• Detail-oriented

Career growth

At Quest, collaboration and professional development are prioritized to grow and succeed collectively and as individuals. From applying existing skills to on-the-job training, mentorship, and guidance to thrive at the forefront of the healthcare industry, phlebotomists have long-term, rewarding career paths here. Example career path: Patient Services Group Lead or Trainer.

Category: Phlebotomy • Location: West Saint Paul, Minnesota • Job function: Operations • Job family: Patient Services • Shift: Day • Employee type: Regular Full-Time • Work mode: On-site

Job Description

Phlebotomy Technician - West Saint Paul, MN - Monday-Friday 7:15am-3:45pm (Rotational Weekends)

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.

Pay Range: $23.00 - $28.00 / hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 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, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Details

Category: Phlebotomy • Location: West Saint Paul, Minnesota • Job function: Operations • Job family: Patient Services • Shift: Day • Employee type: Regular Full-Time • Work mode: On-site

Responsibilities

Essential Generic Job Functions:

• Collects blood and/or performs POC as assigned
• Cleans and re-stocks 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 blood work (stat, timed, routine) within established departmental policy time frames
• Draws venous and capillary blood into proper tubes and culture vials
• Performs and processes all POC tests on patients ranging from newborn to geriatrics
• Completes clerical functions associated with POC testing documents
• Reports incidents/issues timely to group leader or supervisor
• Reports supply needs and equipment defects in a timely fashion
• Logs refrigerator temperatures daily and reports if out of range
• Travels to health fairs and PSA testing sites as needed and delivers specimens to laboratory
• Identifies patient population needs and adapts care accordingly, communicating at the patient’s level
• Adheres to the standards identified in the clinics Organizational Competencies

Contacts: Regular contact with clinic personnel, patients and visitors.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Lift light to moderately heavy objects; some requirements vary by weight ranges
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods; long hours of eye and hand coordination
• Repetitive tasks with dominant hand
• Travel may be required
• Extensive use of phone and PC; fine dexterity
• Walking, balancing, bending/kneeling, pushing/pulling, reaching/twisting

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:

Required Certification/Licensing:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not exhaustive.

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Quest Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any legally protected status. Quest Diagnostics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please complete the accommodation request form.