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Phlebotomist II - Temp

Quest Diagnostics logoQuest Diagnostics$23.20–$24.90/hrWallingford Center, CTTemporary Full-TimePosted 6d ago
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This posting states $23.20–$24.90 an hour. Open phlebotomist jobs in Connecticut post a median of $22.50 an hour, the middle half $21–$23.38, across 9 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Phlebotomists employed in Connecticut earn a median of $22.03 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Job Description

Phlebotomist II - Temp - Wallingford, CT, Monday to Friday, 4:30 AM to 1:00 PM, with rotational weekends

Pay range: $23.20 - $24.90 / 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!

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.
  • 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.

Qualifications

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.

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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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

From Quest Diagnostics's job posting, checked Oct 28, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics is a diagnostic testing company headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, with nearly 60,000 (source: Quest Diagnostics, About Quest Diagnostics (PR Newswire release, Oct 1, 2026), opens in a new tab) employees, about 2,400 (source: Quest Diagnostics, Form 10-K for 2025 (SEC), opens in a new tab) patient service centers and clinical laboratories across the United States, serving about half of U.S. physicians and hospitals each year. Sources: Quest Diagnostics, Form 10-K for 2025 (SEC); Quest Diagnostics, About Quest Diagnostics (PR Newswire release, Oct 1, 2026)

Based in Secaucus, NJHires in 33 statesPay on its listings: 44.2% of its open jobs state an hourly rate

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