VHC Health·Arlington, Virginia
The Outpatient Lab Specialist facilitates laboratory testing for patients by managing the registration process and verifying insurance information. They are also responsible for the accurate and professional collection of patient specimens.
Position Title: Outpatient Lab Specialist (Phlebotomist)
Purpose & Scope: The major responsibility of this position is to facilitate patients who are sent to the Hospital for Outpatient Laboratory testing. This includes registration of patients and in depth understanding of the various insurances and proper specimen collection.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.\nIn addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.\nVHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.\nThe posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.\nVHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.\nVHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.
Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of healthcare or phlebotomy experience. Proficiency in typing and computer skills is preferred for this role.
Market context
Outpatient lab specialist roles in Virginia are typically driven by ongoing patient testing needs in clinics, physician offices, and other ambulatory settings. Competition often centers on hands-on phlebotomy experience, comfort with computer systems, and the ability to work efficiently with patients while meeting documentation standards. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm your experience with blood draws, typing, and healthcare workflows before applying.
