Phlebotomist I
Quest Diagnostics, Merced, CA, United States
Job Description
Phlebotomist I – Merced, CA – Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with rotational weekends. A state phlebotomy license is required (Quest does not accept NHA licenses in CA, WA, NV).
Pay range: $21.80 - $23.75 per hour. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications, as well as market and organizational factors. Eligible candidates may receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits Information
Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time 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
Six holidays plus one "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
Responsibilities
Collect specimens according to established procedures, including drug screens, biometric screening, and insurance exams.
Administer oral solutions as per established training.
Research test/client information and verify all written and electronic orders using lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
Navigate a computer and accurately enter data (required).
Obtain identification, enter billing information, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
Process specimens: label, centrifuge, aliquot, freeze and prepare for transport as required by test order.
Perform all non‑patient facing duties, including inventory, stock supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and utilizing email as appropriate.
Read, understand, and comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.
Assist with compilation and submission of statistics and data when required.
Maintain all phlebotomy logs (maintenance logs, temperature logs, etc.) timely and per required frequency.
Complete online and in‑person training courses in a timely manner.
Qualifications
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
Work Experience
One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
Customer service experience in a retail or service environment preferred.
Keyboard/data entry experience.
Effective communication in English is required.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
Quest believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products including sensitive information; accessing customer data or confidential information; partnering and regularly working with or supervising other Quest employees and interacting with Quest customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
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Phlebotomist I – Merced, CA – Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with rotational weekends. A state phlebotomy license is required (Quest does not accept NHA licenses in CA, WA, NV).
Pay range: $21.80 - $23.75 per hour. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications, as well as market and organizational factors. Eligible candidates may receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits Information
Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time 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
Six holidays plus one "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
Responsibilities
Collect specimens according to established procedures, including drug screens, biometric screening, and insurance exams.
Administer oral solutions as per established training.
Research test/client information and verify all written and electronic orders using lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
Navigate a computer and accurately enter data (required).
Obtain identification, enter billing information, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
Process specimens: label, centrifuge, aliquot, freeze and prepare for transport as required by test order.
Perform all non‑patient facing duties, including inventory, stock supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and utilizing email as appropriate.
Read, understand, and comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.
Assist with compilation and submission of statistics and data when required.
Maintain all phlebotomy logs (maintenance logs, temperature logs, etc.) timely and per required frequency.
Complete online and in‑person training courses in a timely manner.
Qualifications
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
Work Experience
One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
Customer service experience in a retail or service environment preferred.
Keyboard/data entry experience.
Effective communication in English is required.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
Quest believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products including sensitive information; accessing customer data or confidential information; partnering and regularly working with or supervising other Quest employees and interacting with Quest customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
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