Phlebotomist/Processor

Interpath Laboratory; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(K) with discretionary employer match

Paid Time Off

Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing

Job summary

Interpath Laboratory in Omaha, Nebraska is looking for a friendly Phlebotomist/Processor who excels in providing patient care and support. This role includes performing blood collection, data management, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols and HIPAA policies.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and prior experience in phlebotomy or specimen processing. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K). Join us in enhancing patient services.

Qualifications

• Prior hands-on experience in phlebotomy and/or pre-analytical specimen processing required.
• Ability to pass a standardized color vision test required.
• Phlebotomy certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and answer phones.
• Perform venipuncture for blood collection and prepare samples for lab testing.
• Verify specimen information and perform data entry.

Skills

Excellent people skills

Attention to detail

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a friendly and energetic Phlebotomist/Processor with excellent people skills to enhance our team. Ideal candidates will have a collaborative spirit and a commitment to supporting both our patients and our team’s goals.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8AM – 4:30PM

• Medical, Dental, Vision with In-Network & Custom Network discounts
• 401(K) with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms.
• Technical responsibilities: Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required, and preparing all samples for lab testing and screening.
• Accurate data management: Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information.
• Specimen handling: Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
• Compliance: Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance.
• Flexibility: Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• Reliability: Maintaining consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance to ensure continuity of operations and support for our team and patients.

Education & Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

• Prior hands‑on experience in phlebotomy and/or pre‑analytical specimen processing required

Licensure/Certification:

• Ability to pass a standardized color vision test required
• Phlebotomy certification is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn laboratory information systems
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet turnaround time expectations
• Dependability, adaptability, and willingness to support evolving laboratory needs
• Commitment to patient safety, quality, and confidentiality

Physical Requirements: Work is performed in a clinical laboratory environment. Duties may involve prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a workbench, working on a computer, and repetitive hand motions. Physical requirements may include lifting up to 15 pounds, bending, reaching, and occasional stress related to turnaround time pressures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OSHA Category: This role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues, with Hepatitis‑B vaccination offered to all performing these duties.

It is our company policy to provide, free of charge, the Hepatitis Vaccine Series for all employees of the company who may be exposed to blood or body fluids.
1. Employees will be counseled upon hire regarding the vaccination series.
2. Upon the signing of the proper form, the employee will begin their series at the next scheduled vaccination day after hiring.
3. The series will be administered by a nurse at a designated clinic or hospital.
4. Documentation will be kept in the employee's permanent Personnel File.
5. When necessary, the Medical Director will determine follow up protocol.
Eligibility for Hepatitis Vaccine will be decided by the employee's supervisor based on their possible exposure to blood or body fluids during job performance, such as (but not limited to): Phlebotomy, Sample handling, Testing, Courier of Specimens, Direct patient contact/care, Janitorial Services.

As set forth in Interpath Laboratory’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.