Clinical Lab Assistant | Full Time

Peterson Health; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Design

Employee Education Scholarships

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Free access to onsite fitness facility

Job summary

Peterson Health in Kerrville, TX seeks a Phlebotomist to perform blood collection, specimen accessioning, and distribution for laboratory testing. The role includes operating point-of-care devices and ensuring compliance with OSHA and HIPAA standards.

Preferred training in phlebotomy with at least 3 months experience. Full-time position with benefits and opportunities for professional development at a community hospital known for its patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Completion of phlebotomy training via an educational program for PBT, MA, or OJT with a minimum of 3 months experience.
• Compliance with OSHA Blood-Borne Pathogen Standards, accreditation and regulatory standards and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Blood specimen collection by venipuncture and/or micro techniques for laboratory procedures.
• Receive, accession, and distribute laboratory specimens.
• Operate POC instrumentation such as glucometers, CoaguCheck, etc.

Skills

Blood collection

Venipuncture

POC instrumentation

Clerical duties

Education

Phlebotomy training (PBT/MA/OJT)

3+ months experience

Tools

Glucometers

CoaguCheck

Job description

Who we are

Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association. Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for four consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Shift Information

This is a full time position working three 12-hour shifts per week.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated
• Employee Education Scholarships
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility

What You Will Do

Responsible for blood specimen collection by venipuncture and/or micro techniques for laboratory test procedures as requested. Responsible for the receiving, accessioning, and distribution of laboratory specimens. Responsible for the operation of POC instrumentation such as glucometers, CoaguCheck, etc. Must be in compliance with OSHA Blood-Born Pathogen Standards, accreditation and regulatory standards and HIPAA. Performs clerical duties as assigned.

Preferred Education

Completion of phlebotomy training via an educational program for PBT, MA, or OJT with a minimum of 3 months experience.

Preferred Skills

Previous experience with POC instrumentation

Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification

Licensure, certification or registry with one of the phlebotomy certifying agencies such as ASCP, ASPT, etc.

Preferred Experience

Completion of a phlebotomy training program or a minimum of 3-months experience for OJT