Phlebotomist/EKG Tech

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Clarkson College discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Phlebotomist/EKG Technician to support both inpatient and outpatient settings at Bellevue Medical Center in Omaha, NE. The role involves drawing blood and performing EKGs, with a requirement for strong patient care and technical skills in a fast-paced environment.

This PRN/casual position offers first shift hours and opportunities for tuition assistance, discounted education at Clarkson College, and career advancement within a leading academic health network.

Qualifications

• Requires effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility.
• Computer experience required.
• Attention to detail and multitasking ability are essential.
• BLS certification within six months of hire from an AHA-endorsed program.

Responsibilities

• Perform adult and pediatric EKG testing and phlebotomy duties.
• Collect and process specimens and distribute them for testing.
• Adhere to department identification policies and maintain patient safety and specimen integrity.
• Provide excellent customer service and contribute to a productive work environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

BLS certification

Education

High school education or equivalent

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: First Shift (United States of America) Phlebotomist/EKG Technician - First Shift

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an individual to join our team as a Phlebotomist/EKG Technician. In this role, you'll assist patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, performing blood draws and EKGs. It's a fast-paced environment where we build connections with our patients, many of whom we see regularly. Phlebotomist/EKG Techs are vital members of our healthcare team and we're looking for individuals who not only excel in technical skills but also contribute to a positive work environment and exceptional experience for our patients. Priority consideration will be given to applicants with healthcare experience, especially those with skills in phlebotomy and/or EKG.

Location: Bellevue Medical Center | Nebraska Medicine Omaha, NE

Schedule Details: PRN/Casual, First Shift 8.5 hour shifts - Varied start times between 4:00am - 8:00am

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/EKG Technician Responsible for duties related to performing adult and pediatric EKG testing, specimen collection, specimen processing, and distribution of patient specimens for testing while 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 and provide excellent customer service.

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.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months of hire or transfer required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications

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

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