POSITION TITLE: 185 - Phlebotomist Non-Certified
LOCATION: Hospital Setting and/or Clinical
REPORTS TO: Director of Ancillary Services
REVISION DATE: 5/1/2026
QUALIFICATIONS:
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EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
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REQUIRED: see above
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PREFERRED:
- EXPERIENCE: N/A
- REQUIRED:
- PREFERRED:
- Preferred phlebotomy experience 1-2 years in all areas (geriatric, pediatric, neonate, routine heel sticks, finger sticks).
- Preferred collection of urine/blood drug screens – chain of custody.
- Prefer certification in DOT collections.
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OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSURE:
- BLS certification or obtains within six months of hire strongly recommended
Willing to obtain Certification in phlebotomy.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as all-inclusive of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required. All employees subject to an annual performance evaluation based on the duties and responsibilities of this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Usual working space is a well-ventilated area. Requires standing, walking, turning, bending, stooping, and lifting. Clear speech to communicate effectively with customers (e.g. patients, families, and other team members). Fine and gross motor skills. Environment may be stressful at times, therefore ability to work under stressful conditions is necessary. Lifting up to 50 lbs may be required, anything over 50 lbs should be a team lift or with the use of a lifting aid. Also subject to bloodborne pathogens at all times in patient care. May have occasional exposure to radiation during radiology procedures and to dangerous chemicals (cleaning and disinfecting agents).
COMPLIANCE AND REGULATORY EXPECTATIONS: All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the highest standard of integrity, ethical behavior, and regulatory compliance. As a condition of employment, employees must adhere to:
- OCH Code of Conduct
- OCH Policies and Procedures
- Scope of Practice within License/Certification.
- HIPAA and HIPAA Security Confidentiality Standards
- Workplace Safety
- Mandatory Training
- Annual Compliance Education
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Phlebotomy experience in all areas (geriatric, pediatric, neonate, routine, heel sticks, finger sticks); certification preferred.
- Required to collect urine and blood drug screens and perform proper chain of custody.
- Prefer certification in DOT collections. Computer skills are required.
- Responsible for daily routine duties in lab as outlined below.
- Must be flexible for scheduling purposes.
- Responsible for assuring that services are provided in a manner that is consistent with Ohio County Hospital policies and procedures and purpose, vision, and values.
- Must be neat, clean, and professional in appearance.
- Exhibit positive human relations.
- Must follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen collection, handling, processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Will perform only those waived tests that are approved by Lab Director and commensurate with the person’s education, training or experience and technical abilities.
- Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies and document all quality control activities performed.
- Must be capable of identifying problems with specimen collection that may adversely affect test results, and either must correct the problem immediately or notify supervisor of problem before proceeding with specimen processing.
- Must maintain a safe work environment.
- Maintain specimen collection area and equipment and collection trays in a clean orderly manner.
- Contributes to the efficient operations of the laboratory.
- Required to travel offsite to collect lab specimens on occasion.
- Responsible for data entry of specimens into the hospital computer system.
- May be requested to be member of QI team.
- Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members.
Performs all procedures according to established policies and procedures of OCH and adheres to Legal Compliance policies and other regulatory issues.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-
EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
-
REQUIRED: see above
-
PREFERRED:
- EXPERIENCE: N/A
-
REQUIRED:
- PREFERRED:
- Preferred phlebotomy experience 1-2 years in all areas (geriatric, pediatric, neonate, routine heel sticks, finger sticks).
- Preferred collection of urine/blood drug screens – chain of custody.
- Prefer certification in DOT collections.
-
OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSURE:
- BLS certification or obtains within six months of hire strongly recommended
-
Willing to obtain Certification in phlebotomy.
