Job Details
Category: Phlebotomy Location: Erie, Pennsylvania Job Function: Operations Job Family: Patient Services Shift: Day Employee Type: Regular, Full-Time Work Mode: On-site
Job Description:
Phlebotomist III Site Lead - Erie PA
Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 2:45 PM with rotational weekends
Pay range: Minimum of $19.83 per 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, and 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 HealthFlex Time • 6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay off • FinFit financial coaching and services • 401k 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
The PSR III - Site Lead represents the face of our company to patients who come to Quest Diagnostics both as part of their health routine or for insights into life-defining health decisions. The PSR III - Site Lead draws quality blood samples from patients and prepares those specimens for lab testing while following established practices and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collect specimens according to established procedures • Administer oral solutions according to established training • Research test-client information and confirm and verify all written and electronic orders • Responsible for completing all data entry requirements accurately • Enter billing information and collect payments when required • Data entry and processing specimens, including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens as required by test order • Perform departmental-related clerical duties when assigned • Read, understand, and comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures • Perform verification of patient demographic information, initials, including patient signature post-venipuncture to verify tubes were labeled in their presence and that the name on the label is correct • Assist with compilation and submission of monthly statistics and data • Maintain all appropriate phlebotomy logs in a timely manner • Complete training courses and keep up-to-date with the latest phlebotomy techniques • Travel to Territory Manager meetings if held off-site or off normal shift • Participate on special projects and teams • Stay up-to-date on company communications and assist with the distribution of technical information to the work group • Perform Point of Care POC testing at those sites where needed and complete training and competency evaluations per Standard Operating Procedure SOP • With appropriate training, act as a mentor and resource for new employees, assisting with transition into the PSC work environment and the familiarity with established procedures • Assist with periodic inventory counts, report shortages, and problems to group leader or supervisor as they occur • Assist with the preparation of schedules for the assigned workgroup or PSCs • Communicate professionally with clients to resolve or refer and document problems, prepare problem documentation, and report critical issues as they occur • Ensure staff is following all safety precautions by wearing a clean button lab coat, gloves, and face shield when required • Assist supervisors with the implementation of SOPs and the distribution of technical information and communication to the workgroup in accordance with Quest Diagnostics guidelines • Ensure facilities are neat, clean, and in good repair, taking appropriate action to advise Group Leader or Supervisor of required repairs and maintenance
Qualifications
Required:
• Five years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections • Keyboard/data entry experience • Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime • Must have reliable transportation, valid drivers license, and clean driving record if applicable • Travel and flexible hours required to work multiple locations and required to cover at Patient Service Center, Mobile, Long-Term Care, and In-Office Phlebotomy locations with minimal notice
Preferred:
• Medical training, medical assistant, or paramedic training • Minimum 3 years in a Patient Service Center (PSC) or In-Office IOP environment • Customer service in a retail or service environment
Physical and Mental Requirements
• Lift light to moderately heavy objects • The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects • Objects in the weight range of 1 to 15 pounds are lifted and carried frequently • Objects in the weight range of 16 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally • Objects in the weight range of 26 to 40 pounds are seldom lifted and carried • Objects exceeding 41 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance • Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time • Requires long hours of eye and hand coordination • Must be able to perform repetitive tasks with dominant hand frequently to constantly throughout the day • Position requires travel • Extensive use of phone and PC • Fine dexterity with hands and steadiness • Talking, walking, balancing, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, and twisting • Knowledge of all Quest Diagnostics Policies & Procedures, including Company dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Quest Diagnostics Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles
Skills
• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment • Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision • Excellent phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric • Demonstrates Superior Customer Focus, ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors, and patients • Ability to accelerate and embrace change throughout Quest • Knowledge of our business • Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-volume setting • Must be able to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment
Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
Languages
• English
Licenses and Certifications
• Phlebotomy certification required in certain states, e.g., California, Nevada, Washington, and Louisiana
Preferred
• 53987
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