Lab Aide (Phlebotomist)

Our Roots, Your Future

SHS was established in 1914, Southwest Health System, Inc. has a rich history of serving rural communities and has a strong mission to provide the highest quality healthcare to our patients. We offer comprehensive "care close to home", helping people in small towns receive quality operations and services you'd only expect from a big city. By only using the latest technology and employing the best staff, we create a patient experience unlike any other. Our employees love our respectful culture, our excellent compensation package, and our incredible location, making our hospital the place to build dream careers!

Your Mission

As a PRN - Relief Lab Aide (Phlebotomist) in Cortez, you’ll help keep patient care moving fast and safely by collecting high-quality specimens and supporting accurate lab testing.

Key responsibilities:
- Perform venipunctures and capillary/skin punctures efficiently and correctly
- Understand test requirements and assist the Clinical Laboratory as needed
- Collect specimens for blood cultures, bleeding time testing, and routine blood samples
- Complete patient/specimen registration in line with hospital policy

Required qualifications/skills:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred
- Current BLS CPR certification
- Communicate effectively in English (additional languages preferred)
- Strong customer service, communication, and basic computer skills

Ready to launch your career and grow your hands-on skills—apply today (position remains open a minimum of 7 days).

A Shift in Motion

You’ll jump into a steady rhythm: greeting patients, double-checking identifiers, and keeping everything organized from the moment an order comes in. Between draws, you’ll stay sharp on timing, labeling, and documentation, coordinating smoothly with the lab team when priorities change. Expect a mix of quick turns and calm reassurance—helping nervous patients feel at ease while you build confidence, speed, and precision with every PRN shift.

Built-In Backups

- Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 403(b) retirement plan

** THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A MINIMUM OF 7 DAYS. AFTER THAT DATE, THE POSITION WILL CLOSE WHEN A SUITABLE CANDIDATE IS SELECTED. **