Clinical Lab Assistant, PRN

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical and research center in Dallas is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant to manage specimens and support laboratory operations. The role requires a high school diploma and laboratory experience, offering a competitive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

PPO Medical Plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2 years of related laboratory experience or related college laboratory classes.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Handle and process specimens according to departmental protocols.
• Maintain accurate specimen storage systems.
• Perform basic technical tasks and manage specimens per retention protocols.

Skills

Laboratory Experience

Specimen Management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Some College Coursework

Job description

Job Description - Clinical Lab Assistant, PRN (865436)

Job Description

Clinical Lab Assistant, PRN - (865436)

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO, paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases, and more. Join the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Education & Experience

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 2 years of related laboratory experience or related college laboratory classes in lieu of experience

Preferred

• Some college coursework

Job Duties

• Handle and process specimens according to departmental protocols.
• Perform duties such as specimen management, accession into LIS, preparing specimens for testing, basic technical tasks (e.g., placing samples in automated analyzers, streaking culture plates), submitting specimens to testing departments, and managing specimens per retention protocols.
• Maintain accurate specimen storage systems, ensuring patient identification and confidentiality.
• Ensure timely submission of specimens to reference laboratories.
• Answer telephone inquiries and provide verified test result information via the LIS system.
• Establish priorities and organize activities for efficient results.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Security and EEO Statement

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which allows UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history records. Maintaining security or integrity of critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification for employment.

UT Southwestern is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an educational and working environment free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or genetic information.