Phlebotomist

Nebraska Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Phlebotomist to join the Emergency Department, providing essential specimen collection and transportation for clinical testing. This full‑time second‑shift role supports patients and collaborates with a skilled healthcare team to ensure accurate and timely results.

Responsibilities include handling specimens with care, using point‑of‑care devices, and delivering courteous patient service. Preference given to applicants with phlebotomy training or certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Collect and transport patient specimens for clinical laboratory testing, following department ID policies.
• Perform, evaluate, and report patient specimens using point‑of‑care instrumentation.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and deliver excellent customer service in a productive work environment.
• May process and distribute patient specimens for testing.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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.

Shift: Second Shift (United States of America) Phlebotomist Emergency Department - Full Time - Second Shift Learn More: My job in a minute: phlebotomist - Nebraska Medicine Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our team and support patients in the Emergency Department. Phlebotomists are vital members of our healthcare team, and we’re looking for individuals who excel in technical skills while also fostering a positive work environment and providing an exceptional experience for our patients. Priority consideration given to applicants that have phlebotomy work experience or have completed a course with hands on training.

Details:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Second Shift: 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

7 days on, 7 days off

Emergency Department Location: Nebraska Medical Center | Nebraska Medicine Omaha, NE

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Duties:

Phlebotomist 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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics.

Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help our patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.