Medical Lab Assistant

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Texas seeks a Medical Lab Assistant for weekend shifts in Tyler, TX. The position supports laboratory personnel in specimen collection and processing, ensuring quality patient care. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and basic computer skills, with customer service expertise. Certifications in phlebotomy and medical lab assistance are preferred, though not required upon hire. Join a supportive workplace that empowers growth and values well-being.

Qualifications

• Certification from a nationally recognized agency as a phlebotomist upon hire.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency as a medical lab assistant within 2 years of hire date.
• Experience working in the clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist other laboratory personnel in specimen collection and processing.
• Support laboratory testing and quality initiatives.
• Engage in process improvement activities.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Strong customer service skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a weekend shift, PRN, Medical Lab Assistant in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well‑being.
• People‑First: We prioritize your well‑being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team

UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24‑hour ER with Level‑1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

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Responsibilities

The Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) functions as a laboratory professional who assists other laboratory personnel in specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen processing, laboratory testing, process improvement and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and strong customer service skills.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Certification from a nationally recognized agency as a phlebotomist upon hire.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency as a medical lab assistant within 2 years of hire date.
• Experience working in the clinical setting.