Laboratory Technician 1 - Medical Assistant

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PERS retirement benefits

Paid time off

On-site fitness center

Employee Council

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, Student Health Services seeks a Laboratory Technician 1, Medical Assistant to support fast-paced, patient-centered care. You will enter chief complaints and vital signs in the EHR, and perform CLIA‑waived tests, immunizations and procedures in accordance with protocols.

Responsibilities include administering medications, maintaining equipment, and training lab staff, while adhering to OSHA and state/federal guidelines to ensure safety and

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two (2) years of laboratory experience performing various laboratory procedures.
• The ability to obtain a State of Nevada Office Laboratory Certification.
• Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety.
• Pre-employment screening for controlled substances required.
• A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher is required at appointment and continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Enter chief complaints and vital signs into the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with accuracy and empathy.
• Perform in-house CLIA‑waived tests (COVID, pregnancy, urinalysis, strep, mono) and document results.
• Assist with medical procedures and immunizations as ordered.
• Administer medications as directed and support vaccination efforts.
• Maintain medical equipment and assist with training laboratory personnel.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

EHR data entry

CLIA-waived tests

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years laboratory experience

State of Nevada Laboratory Certification (requirement)

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, Student Health Services is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Laboratory Technician 1, Medical Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.This position does not offer layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. The Laboratory Technician 1, Medical Assistant is responsible for ensuring smooth patient flow and high-quality care by accurately entering chief complaints, vital signs in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). This role includes performing in-house CLIA-waived tests such as COVID tests, pregnancy tests, urinalysis, strep tests, and mono tests. This position assists with medical procedures, administers medications, and provides immunizations as ordered, following strict protocols. Communicating results and follow-up instructions with clarity and empathy is essential to support patient understanding and satisfaction. Additionally, the position adheres to state and federal laboratory guidelines, OSHA, infection control, and bloodborne pathogen standards. It also involves maintaining medical equipment, ensuring proper usage, and assisting with training laboratory personnel.

Essential Qualifications

• graduation from high school or equivalent education and two (2) years of laboratory experience performing various laboratory procedures; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
• The ability to obtain a State of Nevada Office Laboratory Certification.
• Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety.
• Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
• A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher operator’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.

Schedule

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Compensation Grade

Grade Grade 25 In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code. To view the classified compensation schedules, please visit: Classified Compensation. Select Salary schedule, PP01. For more information, visit the Classified Salary Calculator

Perks of PERS Classified Employees

• Perks of PERS Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
• The PERS retirement plan is beyond compare. Please visit the Benefit Estimator Retirement Calculator for more information.
• Health insurance options including dental and vision.
• Health Insurance Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave.
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.
• SEC Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit. For more information about the Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit, please visit: Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit.
• Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program. Additionally, we offer a Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of classified employees (working at least a 50% full-time equivalent).

Posting Recruitment and Background

Posting Close Date Note to Applicant A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

Posting Status

This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Department Information

The Student Health Center lab supports our providers’ diagnoses through testing and analyzing patient specimens. For more information, please visit: https://med.unr.edu/student-health-center/services/laboratoryExemptNo Full-Time Equivalent100.0%

University of Nevada, Reno Overview

The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land-grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries. Classified by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 (“Very High Research”) university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the “Best National Universities” and “Best National Public Universities.” It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times’ “Top Colleges for Economic Diversity.” Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada’s first medical school – the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and the Wayne L. Prim Campus at Lake Tahoe, where education, research, and creative work thrive in a stunning mountain setting. The University delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics. The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. The University’s physical infrastructure is expanding with ongoing construction of the newly named John Tullock Business Building, set to open in fall 2025. Groundbreaking is also planned for a new State Public Health Laboratory Building on campus, alongside the recent acquisition of 16 parcels near campus, known as “University Village,” to provide affordable housing for graduate students and early career faculty. Collaborating with world-renowned organizations, the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple, which ensures equitable access to technology for students, providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with an iPad Air and accessories. Google’s TechWise initiative is an 18-month program that fully supports undergraduate students in becoming entry-level software engineers by graduation.In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada – led by the University of Nevada, Reno – was named one of the inaugural 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (TechHubs). Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its territories. Nevada’s Tech Hub will strengthen America’s lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state.Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that’s transforming Nevada’s communities and businesses, the University continues its 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world. The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience. Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students’ cognitive growth and academic achievement – all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education. For more information, please visit the University’s website.

Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement

NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). The University of Nevada, Reno, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34C.F.R. Part106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Zeva Edmondson, Director, TitleIX Coordinator, Center for Civil Rights and Equal Access, University of Nevada, Reno, 1664N. Virginia Street, Continuing Education Building, Room206, m/s158, Reno, Nevada89557-0158, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail].

Title IX / Civil Rights

The Center for Civil Rights &Equal Access Zeva Edmondson Director, Title IX Coordinator Center for Civil Rights and Equal Access 1664 N. Virginia Street Reno, NV 89557 [phone] [e-mail]. The University of Nevada, Reno, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20U.S.C. §§1681et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34C.F.R. Part106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Zeva Edmondson, Director, TitleIXCoordinator, Center for Civil Rights and Equal Access, University of Nevada, Reno, 1664N. Virginia Street, Continuing Education Building, Room206, m/s158, Reno, Nevada89557-0158, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail]; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C.20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found here. If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Si necesita alguna acomodación para completar una solicitud, comuníquese con Recursos Humanos en [e-mail]. Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at UNR's website. NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.