Phlebotomist - Outpatient

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection and processing across outpatient service centers in the Greater Columbus Area. Responsibilities include labeling, requisition entry, and assisting with patient registration and accessioning.

Will participate in training others, ensure specimen accuracy, and may perform point of care testing where applicable. High school diploma or GED required; 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy skills including venipuncture and capillary puncture.
• Ability to verify specimen labeling accuracy and quality.
• Interpersonal and cognitive skills for patient interactions and workflow.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture.
• Label and process specimens and dispatch to testing locations.
• Enter test requisitions and assist with patient registration and accessioning.
• May provide training to others in collection techniques.
• Perform point of care testing where applicable.

Skills

Phlebotomy techniques

Specimen processing

Training others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Job description

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Scope of Position

The Outpatient Service Centers include the phlebotomy draw stations located at various locations around the Greater Columbus Area. Sites include but are not limited Ross Heart Hospital, Martha Morehouse Pavilion, Outpatient Care Dublin, Outpatient Care New Albany, Outpatient Care Lewis Center, Outpatient Care Gahanna, Outpatient Care Upper Arlington, Outpatient Care East, and Hilliard, hours may vary per site to accommodate each outpatient location’s operational and patient service needs. Job functions include but are not limited to specimen collection, specimen processing, and point of care/specimen testing (where applicable).

Position Summary

The phlebotomist performs specimen collection by both venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen labeling, and specimen processing. Verifies accuracy and quality of specimens collected and dispatches specimens to appropriate testing locations and performs training of others in these techniques. Also performs test requisition entry, greets and directs patients through the lab and gathers complete patient information necessary to complete the registration and accessioning of all procedures done in the area. May also perform point of care testing; ensures accuracy of results and Quality Control measures by maintaining equipment and instruments. Follows policy for chain of custody record keeping for pre-employment urine drug screen collections.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: High school diploma or GED is required. At least 1 year of relevant experience is required. Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification is preferred, but not required.

On going:

Maintains certification status (if applicable); meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required meeting essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: High school diploma or GED is required. At least 1 year of relevant experience is required. Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification is preferred, but not required.

On going:

Maintains certification status (if applicable); meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required meeting essential job functions.

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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.