Job Summary
This role involves conducting venipuncture and capillary blood collection for patients across all age groups. The position emphasizes maintaining precise specimen labeling and processing, as well as managing various departmental clerical tasks. Effective communication with both patients and medical personnel is a key component of this role.
Responsibilities
- Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws on diverse patient demographics.
- Ensure accurate labeling and processing of specimens collected.
- Handle clerical responsibilities within the department efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and staff members.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent educational background is required.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills, particularly with pediatric and geriatric patients.
- Flexibility in scheduling is essential.
- Must have dependable transportation.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including prolonged standing and lifting.
Quest Diagnostics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
