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Quest Diagnostics·Trumbull, Connecticut
Phlebotomist II · $25 - $26/hr
Computed from live listings
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 381 posted allied health roles in Connecticut rates. This role sits in the 21st percentile.
Pay for this role is about 31% below the Connecticut median for allied health roles.
The Phlebotomist II is responsible for performing blood collections, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary procedures. The role also involves data entry and maintaining flexible availability to meet staffing needs.
Responsibilities: Job Accountabilities (Responsibilities)
Collect specimens according to established procedures.
This includes, but not limited to: drug screens, biometric screening and insurance exams.
Administer oral solutions according to established training.
Research test/client information and confirm and verify all written and electronic orders by utilizing lab technology systems, Client contact, and approved tools.
Ability to navigate a computer and accurately enter data is a requirement to be successful in this role.
Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
Processing specimens including: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing and preparing 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.
Candidates must have at least three years of phlebotomy experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency in data entry and reliable transportation with a valid driver's license are required.
Assist with compilation and submission of statistics and data when required.
Maintain all appropriate phlebotomy logs in a timely manner and based on frequency, such as maintenance logs and temperature logs.
Complete online and in person training courses timely.
Required Work Experience: Three years phlebotomy experience required, inclusive of 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 driver's license, and clean driving record, if applicable. Required Education High school diploma or equivalent. Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred. Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington. The position requires the ability to effectively communicate in English.
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
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Market context
Connecticut employers typically look for phlebotomists who can combine accurate specimen collection with strong patient service and basic computer skills. This role can be competitive because prior experience or certification, formal training, and a valid driver’s license all matter, and the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your certification status, review your keyboarding and customer-service experience, and be ready to discuss any mobile or travel-based work.