Certified Lab Assistant
University Medical Center of El Paso2 openings in El Paso, TXFull time / Part timePosted 1w agoStill open, checked every nightOpen in 1 location
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Texas
2 openEl Paso, TX (opens on this page)
Full Time, Nights shift · Posted 1w ago
El Paso, TX (opens on this page)
Part Time, Nights shift · Posted 1mo ago
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open laboratory assistant jobs in Texas post a median of $20.37 an hour, the middle half $19.34–$23.11, across 12 jobs that state their pay. Laboratory assistants employed in Texas earn a median of $28.51 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Medicare rating of University Medical Center of El Paso
Medicare gives University Medical Center of El Paso 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Texas's hospitals average 3.4). 73% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Texas hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Job Description
The Certified Laboratory Assistant collects patient specimens, performs venous and capillary punctures, processes specimens for analysis. Handles telephone request or inquiries, provides instructions to clients and patients regarding specimen collection. Enters test orders from paper requisitions into the Laboratory System. Performs waived testing as requested.
Required Skills
- Basic knowledge in the use of computers.
- Knowledge of circulatory system and blood composition.
- Knowledge and ability to understand medical terminology.
- Ability to apply venipuncture and capillary techniques proficiently.
- Knowledge of processes related to handling, transporting and processing laboratory specimens.
- Knowledge and processes associated with waived testing.
- Knowledge of blood and non-blood specimen collection processes.
- Ability to adhere to safety, quality assurance/control and regulatory applications.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
Required Experience
Work Experience
One year of phlebotomy experience required.
icense/Registration/Certification
Certified Phlebotomist required.
Education and Training
High School diploma or equivalent education required.
Phlebotomist or Medical Assistant certificate of course completion required.
From University Medical Center of El Paso's job posting for El Paso, TX, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About University Medical Center of El Paso
University Medical Center of El Paso is a hospital with an emergency department in El Paso, TX. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, physicians and pharmacy staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: University Medical Center of El Paso
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