Phlebotomist - Outpatient

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Patient Service Technician (PST) in Columbus, Ohio. The PST will be responsible for performing specimen collection and processing while ensuring quality control measures. The position requires strong patient interaction skills and adherence to laboratory protocols.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience is essential. Certification in Phlebotomy or as a Medical Assistant is preferred but not mandatory. The university is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience in a healthcare setting.
• Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Experience in specimen processing and handling.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection via venipuncture and capillary puncture.
• Verify accuracy of specimens and process them accordingly.
• Greet and direct patients, ensuring proper registration.

Skills

Specimen collection

Venipuncture

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Medical testing equipment

Job description

Scope of Position

The Outpatient Service Centers include the phlebotomy draw stations located at various locations around the Greater Columbus Area. Sites include 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 specimen collection, specimen processing, and point of care/specimen testing (where applicable).

Position Summary

The patient service technician (PST) performs specimen collection by both venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen labeling, and specimen processing. The PST verifies accuracy and quality of specimens collected and dispatches specimens to appropriate testing locations and performs training of others in these techniques. The PST 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. The PST may also perform point of care testing; ensures accuracy of results and Quality Control measures by maintaining equipment and instruments. The PST follows policy for chain of custody record keeping for pre‑employment urine drug screen collections.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED is required. At least one year of relevant experience is required. Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification is preferred but not required.

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.