Casual Phlebotomist - Kearney

The Nebraska Medical Center•Kearney, NE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families. This position is for a Phlebotomist at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center – Kearney in Kearney, NE. The role is scheduled on an as needed basis, typically 12-18 hours per week, Monday - Friday. The ideal candidate will have completed a phlebotomy program with hands-on clinical rotation or have at least 1 year of experience drawing blood in a hospital or outpatient clinical setting. Nebraska Medicine is the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care. The company values all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities it serves. Benefits include up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Requirements

Minimum of 18 years of age required.
High school education or equivalent required.
Effective written and oral communication skills required.
Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.
Computer experience required.
Attention to detail required.
Ability to multitask required.
Knowledge of medical terminology required.

Nice To Haves

Direct patient care experience or completion of a phlebotomy course or phlebotomy experience preferred.
Phlebotomy certification PBT (ASCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for collection and transportation of patient specimens for clinical laboratory testing adhering to department identification policies.
Perform, evaluate, and report patient specimens using point-of-care instrumentation.
Demonstrate behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment, represent the lab in a professional manner, and provide excellent customer service.
May process and distribute patient specimen for clinical laboratory testing.