Hospital - Clinical Lab Assistant; Afternoon

Hospital - Clinical Lab Assistant (Afternoon Schedule)

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Under close supervision, performs phlebotomy, processes specimens, handles client inquiries, conducts waived testing, and contributes to pre-analytic laboratory tasks.

HOURS: 1:00pm-11:30pm rotating weekends and holidays

• Performs venipuncture and capillary puncture to collect blood specimens from patients.
• Receives and accessions specimens into the laboratory information system (LIS).
• Prepares and aliquots specimens for various laboratory tests according to established protocols.
• Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of laboratory supplies.
• Provides information regarding specimen collection, test requisitions, and laboratory procedures.
• Addresses inquiries and concerns; escalates complex issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable quality control and quality assurance measures.
• Assists in the preparation and setup of laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ensures the proper handling and transportation of specimens within the laboratory.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to answer incoming calls from clients, healthcare professionals, and patients.
• Knowledge on how to label, document, and prepare collected specimens for transport to the laboratory.
• Ability to verify the accuracy of patient information and specimen labeling.
• Knowledge of recording and maintaining accurate documentation of waived test results.
• Ability to collaborate with laboratory staff to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Knowledge of relevant laboratory safety and infection control protocols.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS) is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• 1 year of experience in phlebotomy and specimen processing within a clinical laboratory setting.

• 1 year of experience in phlebotomy and specimen processing within a clinical laboratory setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Job Identification 6237
• Job Category Clinical Programs & Services
• Posting Date 02/24/2026, 03:12 PM
• Locations  Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 03/26/2026, 02:12 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Organization O3020 - MSRH Lab Services, O3000 - MSRH - Operations, O1000 - MSRH - Administration, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science Center