Clinical Lab Assistant | PRN

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 six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.

This is a PRN working as needed by the department. 12 hour shifts.

• 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

• 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, Coagu Check, etc.
• Must be in compliance with OSHA Blood-Born Pathogen Standards, accreditation and regulatory standards and HIPAA.
• Performs clerical duties as assigned.

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

• Previous experience with POC instrumentation

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

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