Phlebotomist - Outpatient

Ohio State University; Powell (OH); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Phlebotomist for the Outpatient Department at University Hospital. The role involves specimen collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture, labeling, processing, and preparing specimens for testing across outpatient sites in the Greater Columbus area.

The Outpatient Care Powell site (1046) supports 40-hour weeks on the first shift; successful candidates may undergo a background check and post-offer drug screen or physical as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience required.
• Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture.
• Labels specimens and processes them for testing.
• Verifies accuracy and quality of specimens collected.
• Dispatches specimens to appropriate testing locations.
• Greet and direct patients through the lab; may perform point-of-care testing.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary puncture

Specimen labeling

Specimen processing

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Title: Phlebotomist - Outpatient Department: University Hospital | Outpatient

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, Hilliard, and Grove City Lab, hours may vary per site to accommodate each outpatient location’s operational and patient service needs, and may include occasional weekend shifts based on patient volume and service requirements. Job functions include but are not limited to 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. 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

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.

Location

Outpatient Care Powell (1046)

Position Type

Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift

Background Check & Physical

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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