Who are we? An Introduction

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 Lab Aide (Phlebotomist), you'll help power fast, accurate care by collecting high-quality specimens and supporting smooth lab flow.

Don't miss the chance to be part of a team where customer-centricity and integrity are at the core of everything we do. You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, and 403 (b). Take the next step in your career and apply today!

Key responsibilities
- Perform venipunctures and skin punctures safely, efficiently, and with a steady, reassuring presence
- Understand test requirements; assist the Clinical Laboratory as needed
- Complete bleeding time tests, blood cultures, and blood sample collection per protocol
- Register patients/specimens according to hospital policy

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

Bring your focus and compassion-apply today to become our next Lab Aide (Phlebotomist).

A Shift in Motion

You start by checking the draw list and setting up your station for a crisp, organized flow. The morning moves quickly-outpatients, inpatients, and the occasional add-on-so you stay calm, upbeat, and precise. Between collections, you keep documentation tidy, labels accurate, and communication clear so results can move without delay. As the pace changes through the day, you pivot smoothly-helping where needed, staying safety-first, and making each patient interaction feel confident and cared for as you close out your shift.

** THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A MINIMUM OF 7 DAYS. AFTER THAT DATE

THE POSITION WILL CLOSE WHEN A SUITABLE CANDIDATE IS SELECTED. **

Ready to join our team?