Phlebotomist - Outpatient

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Phlebotomist for outpatient operations across multiple sites in the Greater Columbus area. The role involves venipuncture and capillary collection, specimen labeling, processing, and patient registration to ensure accurate testing workflows.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, collecting required information, performing or supporting point-of-care testing where applicable, and contributing to quality control and records

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy or specimen collection experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to enter test requisitions and gather patient information.”],
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Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture to collect specimens.
• Label, track, and process specimens accurately.
• Enter test requisitions and assist with registration/ accessioning.
• Greet and direct patients and maintain quality control of procedures.
• Provide potential point-of-care testing where applicable and support training of others.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

Patient registration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Phlebotomist - Outpatient## Department:University Hospital | Outpatient Customer Service**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.## Additional Information:**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.## Location:Outpatient Care Upper Arlington (1005)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**First Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***