Phlebotomist/EKG Tech

Nebraska Medicine•Bellevue, NE

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Phlebotomist/EKG Technician to assist patients in inpatient and outpatient settings by performing blood draws and EKGs. The role involves a fast-paced environment with regular patient interactions and contributes to a positive work environment and exceptional patient experience. Priority consideration will be given to applicants with healthcare experience, especially phlebotomy and/or EKG skills. The position is based at Bellevue Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. It is PRN/casual and scheduled for first shift, with 8.5-hour shifts and varied start times between 4:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. The technician performs adult and pediatric EKG testing, collects and processes specimens, and distributes patient specimens for testing while adhering to department identification policies. The role also performs, evaluates, and reports patient specimens using point-of-care instrumentation, and requires behavioral skills that support a productive work environment and excellent customer service.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years.
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.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months of hire or transfer, from an American Heart Association-endorsed program; the stated requirement applies to new hires starting January 1, 2023, or later.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology.
Successful experience in clinical laboratory medicine.
Direct patient care experience, completion of a phlebotomy course, or phlebotomy experience.
Prior non-invasive cardiology experience.
Experience with arrhythmias or 12-lead interpretations.
College courses in physiology, anatomy, physics, or related subjects.
Nationally recognized certification or registry in electrocardiography (EKG).
Successful completion of a nationally recognized phlebotomy certification program.

Responsibilities

Perform adult and pediatric EKG testing.
Collect and process specimens and distribute patient specimens for testing.
Follow department identification policies.
Perform, evaluate, and report patient specimens using point-of-care instrumentation.
Contribute to a productive work environment and provide excellent customer service.