Phlebotomist Jobs in Omaha, NE
Phlebotomists in Omaha draw blood for hospital labs, outpatient clinics and the VA, and it is one of the quickest ways into healthcare here: Metropolitan Community College's course takes about four months. Metro pay runs from about $18 to $22 an hour. Here are current openings, followed by who hires and how to train.
Current phlebotomist Openings in Omaha, NE
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Phlebotomist Work in Omaha
Most phlebotomy jobs in Omaha sit inside the big health systems. Inpatient phlebotomists work the early morning draw rounds at the Nebraska Medical Center in Midtown and CHI Health's hospitals, while outpatient and clinic phlebotomists cover draw stations in primary care clinics around the metro. The Omaha VA Medical Center on Woolworth Avenue staffs its own phlebotomists in its Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service.
Hospital phlebotomy runs on early starts, since lab results need to be on the chart before physicians round, so early-morning shifts and rotating weekends are common. Clinic jobs lean toward weekday daytime hours, and some are part time, which suits people working toward nursing or lab school who want patient contact first.
Top Omaha Employers Hiring Phlebotomists
These Omaha employers hire phlebotomists for hospitals, clinics and federal care:
- Nebraska Medicine - the academic health system lists phlebotomist among its entry-level roles that need a high school diploma plus a certificate, for its Midtown hospital and metro clinics.
- CHI Health - posts clinic phlebotomist openings at CHI Health Clinic locations in Omaha, with weekday daytime hours and AHA BLS required at hire.
- Omaha VA Medical Center - VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System posted phlebotomist openings for its Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service twice in 2026 on USAJOBS.
Phlebotomist Salaries in Omaha
- Entry level: about $17 to $19 an hour for newly certified phlebotomists.
- Experienced: roughly $19 to $22 an hour, with CHI Health posting $16.06 to $22.69 for clinic phlebotomists.
- Senior and federal: $23 to $26 an hour at the top of local ranges, including the VA's GS-4 phlebotomist grade at $41,824 to $54,374 a year.
These are estimates from the 2025 federal wage survey for the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro and from employer postings. Inpatient and early-morning shifts, years of experience, and skill with pediatric or difficult draws are what move pay most, and full-time hospital roles add benefits that part-time clinic jobs often do not.
How to Become a Phlebotomist in Omaha
Nebraska has no state phlebotomy license; only California, Louisiana, Nevada and Washington require one. Omaha employers instead want a training certificate and, often, a national credential. Metropolitan Community College runs a 90-hour Phlebotomy Technician course over about four months of in-person classes, at $3,088 with Nebraska GAP, WIOA and Workforce Pell funding available, and students sit the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam at the end. Central Community College in Grand Island also offers a two-semester phlebotomy certificate. The VA asks for documented experience drawing blood from patients, and CHI Health requires AHA Basic Life Support at hire.
What the Job Involves
Phlebotomists confirm patient identity, select the right tubes for each ordered test, draw blood by venipuncture or fingerstick, and label and deliver specimens to the lab without errors. They calm nervous patients, handle sharps safely, collect urine and other samples, and log each draw in the electronic record. On inpatient rounds they move unit to unit on a tight schedule.
Skills Employers Look For
- Phlebotomy certificate or NHA CPT credential
- Confident venipuncture, including difficult and pediatric draws
- Accurate patient identification and specimen labeling
- AHA Basic Life Support certification
- Calm, friendly manner with anxious patients
- Reliability for early-morning and weekend shifts
Career Path and Advancement
Phlebotomy is a common first step in Omaha healthcare. Many start in a clinic draw station, move to inpatient rounds at a Midtown or Dodge Street hospital, and then become a lead or phlebotomy educator. Others use the job to pay for school and move on to medical laboratory technician, nursing or medical assistant roles, sometimes with tuition help from the health system that hired them.
Related Careers in Omaha
If drawing blood interests you, these related Omaha roles are close matches:
- Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs
- Certified Nursing Assistant Jobs
- Medical Assistant Jobs
- Healthcare Jobs
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to be a phlebotomist in Nebraska?
No. Nebraska does not license phlebotomists. Most Omaha employers still want a completed phlebotomy course, and many prefer a national credential such as the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician.
How much do phlebotomists make in Omaha?
New phlebotomists typically start around $17 to $19 an hour, and experienced phlebotomists earn about $19 to $22. Top-of-range and federal roles at the VA can reach $23 to $26 an hour.
How long does phlebotomy training take in Omaha?
Metropolitan Community College's Phlebotomy Technician course is 90 hours over about four months of in-person classes. You can sit the NHA CPT exam at the end of the program.
Can I get help paying for phlebotomy training?
Yes. MCC lists the Nebraska GAP Assistance Program, WIOA funding and Workforce Pell as possible ways to cover its $3,088 course. You start by attending one of MCC's Workforce Information Sessions.
What hours do Omaha phlebotomists work?
Hospital phlebotomists often start before dawn to finish morning draws before physicians round, and weekends rotate. Clinic phlebotomists usually work weekday daytime hours, and CHI Health has posted part-time clinic shifts that end mid-afternoon.
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