Phlebotomist / Lab Phlebotomy - M-F 1230-2100 with rotating holidays and weekends
Children's Nebraska · Omaha, NE · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
A regional full-service pediatric healthcare center where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children.
Schedule
Monday - Friday 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM with rotating holidays and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Performs blood specimen collection, point of care testing, sweat test collection, and culture set-up according to standardized procedures.
- Assists physicians with bone marrow collection and slide preparation as needed.
- Obtains blood specimens from patients using standardized capillary or venipuncture procedures while adhering to established safety procedures.
- Performs point-of-care testing including documentation of quality control testing and troubleshooting to ensure proper instrument function and accurate patient results.
- Collects specimens for sweat testing using standardized procedures.
- Assists with bone marrow examinations by preparing reagents and supplies, maintaining a sterile field, and preparing adequate diagnostic slides.
- Processes specimens for microbiological culture using sterile technique; inoculates the proper media and stores in the appropriate location.
- Prepares smears for gram staining.
- Verifies and enters specimen collection times via Laboratory Information System (LIS).
- Maintains inventory of phlebotomy supplies, requests supplies, and stocks incoming inventory.
- Performs maintenance procedures and function checks on laboratory equipment, including safety equipment.
- Supports new staff, current staff, and students in orientation, training, and competency.
- Participates in proficiency testing throughout the year.
- Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
- Performs physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Previous experience as a Phlebotomist preferred.
- Current and valid Phlebotomist certification preferred.
- BLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association within 180 days required.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Skill in performing capillary collection and venipuncture techniques.