The patient service technician performs specimen collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen labeling, and processing while ensuring accuracy and quality
Job Summary
The patient service technician performs specimen collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen labeling, and processing while ensuring accuracy and quality.
This role involves greeting and directing patients, gathering complete patient information, and performing test requisition entry and point of care testing with quality control measures.
The position supports multiple outpatient service centers in the Greater Columbus Area with varying hours to accommodate operational and patient service needs.
Matching Summary
The patient service technician performs specimen collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen labeling, and processing while ensuring accuracy and quality.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Specimen collection and processing
Patient registration and accessioning
Point of care testing and quality control
Venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques
Chain of custody record keeping
Nice-to-have
Training others in specimen collection techniques
Interpersonal and cognitive skills
Adaptability to varying outpatient site hours
Key Requirements
High school diploma or GED
At least 1 year relevant experience
Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification preferred