Medical Lab Assistant I - Lab Support & Quick Tests

UMC Health System; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical Laboratory Assistant I at UMC Health System Main Campus in Lubbock, TX provides administrative and technical support to phlebotomists, lab technicians, and lab management. You will help ensure smooth daily operations in the clinical laboratory.

Key duties include handling various specimens, performing basic CLIA-waived tests, and coordinating with clinics and vendors. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Read, write, and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Assist laboratory staff in actions assigned.
• Handle specimens including blood, urine, bodily fluids, tissues, stool for analysis.
• Perform minor CLIA-waved laboratory tests that do not require licensure (e.g., pregnancy testing, MONO).
• Follow up on orders from clinics and vendors.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Medical Laboratory Assistant I at UMC Health System Main Campus in Lubbock, TX provides administrative and technical support to phlebotomists, lab technicians, and lab management. You will help ensure smooth daily operations in the clinical laboratory.

Key duties include handling various specimens, performing basic CLIA-waived tests, and coordinating with clinics and vendors. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and strong teamwork and communication skills.