Phlebotomist- Outpatient - IRP

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

State retirement plan

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Phlebotomist- Outpatient to collect specimens at multiple outpatient service centers around Greater Columbus. The PST will greet patients, collect specimens via venipuncture and capillary puncture, label and process samples, and assist with pre-test workflows and registrations.

The role may include point-of-care testing and requires adherence to quality control and chain-of-custody procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary specimen collection.
• Label and process specimens; dispatch to testing locations.
• Gather complete patient information for registration and accessioning.
• May perform point-of-care testing and ensure QC by maintaining equipment.
• Follow chain of custody for pre-employment urine drug screens.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary puncture

Specimen processing

Test requisition entry

Quality control

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Job Title

Phlebotomist- Outpatient - IRP

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, and Hilliard, hours may vary per site to accommodate each outpatient location’s operational and patient service needs.

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. Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification is preferred, but not required.

Additional Information

High school diploma or GED is required. Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification is preferred, but not required.

Location

Ackerman Rd, 680 (2434)

Position Type

Intermittent

Schedule

Hours: 0.2 Shift: First Shift

Background Check

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.

A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity

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

Benefits

• 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.

Employee & Culture

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence - and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.