Phlebotomist - Outpatient

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Upper Arlington (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a phlebotomist to support its Outpatient Service Centers across the Greater Columbus Area, including Upper Arlington locations. You will perform venipuncture and capillary collections, label specimens, and ensure proper processing and dispatch to testing locations.

Responsibilities include collecting patient information, entering requisitions, and assisting with point-of-care testing where applicable.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection.
• Label and process specimens and ensure accurate registration.
• Dispatch specimens to testing locations and support QA measures.
• Train others in collection techniques when needed.
• May perform point-of-care testing and maintain equipment.
• Maintain chain of custody as required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 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.

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.