Nursing Laboratory Technician

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University seeks a Nursing Laboratory Technician to assist in maintaining simulation equipment and managing lab inventories. The role schedules student experiences and ensures smooth operation of the nursing labs and simulations.

The position requires an Associates Degree in a medical field and at least two years of related experience, with licenses or certifications considered. Collaboration with nursing staff and SPs is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in the medical field or related field.
• Two years of experience in the medical or related field.
• Combination of education, experience, and training may be considered to meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assists in maintaining the laboratory simulation equipment and care of patient simulators and all lab supplies.
• Schedules student experiences and manages workflows in labs.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and stock; ensures lab realism (moulage, equipment, fluids, environment).
• Operates and troubleshoots A/V equipment and trains SPs on simulations.
• Oversees student workers’ schedules and duties; performs related duties as assigned.

Education

Associates Degree in the medical field or related field

Tools

Video recorder

Digital camera

Job description

Requisition:

202600327S

Title:

Nursing Laboratory Technician

FLSA status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary:

This position is a pay grade 10. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category:

Technical/Para-Professional

Department:

Nursing

Division:

Division of Academic Affairs

Open Date:

10/14/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement:

Associates Degree in the medical field or a related field. Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Medical Technician, or related license or certification. Two years of experience in the medical or a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Assists in maintaining the laboratory mannequins and inventory. Schedules student experiences, and setting up and breaking down supplies in lab and sim.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assists in maintaining the laboratory simulation equipment and is responsible for the care and safe use of the patient simulators and all equipment and supplies in the laboratory. Assists in maintaining inventory of supplies and stock. Assists with scheduling and managing work flow in labs. Ensures realism through moulage, equipment, fluids, environment etc. Reports all technical or program issues that arise to supervisor. Operates and troubleshoots A/V equipment. Schedules, trains and educates Standardized Patients (SPs) on simulations based on best practices. Oversees student workers’ schedule and assigns duties as appropriate. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:

Must have knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, inventory procedures, and recordkeeping procedures. Basic computer software knowledge and application required. Basic knowledge of video recorder and digital camera required. Position requires the ability to communicate orally and in writing. Must work effectively and collaboratively with nursing faculty, staff and students; take initiative; and also have the ability to work independently. Position requires the ability to lift and transfer 50-75 pounds (request assistance for heavier loads).

Full Time Part Time:

Full Time

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48934

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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