Outpatient Phlebotomist

The Nebraska Medical Center•Omaha, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an Outpatient Phlebotomist to support patients in a fast-paced outpatient setting. The role involves a high volume of patient collections, order entry and retrieval, and charting. Strong blood-draw skills are essential; basic phlebotomy training is not provided. Priority consideration is given to applicants with at least six months of hospital or clinic phlebotomy experience. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday or on-call shifts. The scheduled hours are 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The work location is the Durham Outpatient Center in Omaha, Nebraska. The phlebotomist collects and transports patient specimens for clinical laboratory testing in accordance with department identification policies, performs, evaluates, and reports patient specimens using point-of-care instrumentation, and may process and distribute specimens. The role also requires professional conduct, productive teamwork, and excellent customer service. Nebraska Medicine describes itself as part of a leading academic health network that partners with UNMC in education, research, and patient care. The organization emphasizes collaboration, dignity, and respect. Educational support includes up to $5,000 per year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school education or equivalent.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility.
Computer experience.
Attention to detail.
Ability to multitask.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong blood-draw skills; basic phlebotomy training is not included.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of hospital or clinic phlebotomy experience; priority consideration will be given to applicants with this experience.
Direct patient care experience, completion of a phlebotomy course, or phlebotomy experience.
Phlebotomy certification, PBT (ASCP).

Responsibilities

Collect and transport patient specimens for clinical laboratory testing while following department identification policies.
Perform, evaluate, and report patient specimens using point-of-care instrumentation.
Provide professional representation of the laboratory and excellent customer service.
Demonstrate behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment.
Process and distribute patient specimens for clinical laboratory testing as needed.
Manage patient collections, order entry and retrieval, and charting in a high-volume outpatient setting.