UT Southwestern Medical Center·Dallas, Texas
The Clinical Lab Assistant is responsible for receiving, accessioning, and preparing laboratory specimens for testing while maintaining accurate records. They also ensure work areas remain stocked and clean while adhering to safety and quality protocols.
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion.
As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees.
Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S.
News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.
Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more.
We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY Receive specimens.
Check labels and paperwork.
Enter patient/specimen information.
Prepare specimens for processing.
File and retrieve slides and blocks.
Keep work areas clean and stocked.
Follow safety and quality rules.
Help staff with specimen tracking and questions.
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required Education High School Diploma or equivalent Experience 2 years of related laboratory experience Related college laboratory classes may be accepted in lieu of experience. Preferred Education Some College
Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of related laboratory experience. Related college laboratory coursework may be substituted for the required experience.
Market context
In Texas, Clinical Lab Assistant roles are typically tied to ongoing demand in hospitals, outpatient labs, and diagnostic settings that need reliable support for specimen handling and lab workflow. These jobs can be competitive because employers often look for healthcare experience, basic technical skills, and comfort with documentation and Microsoft Office. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and tailor your application to highlight any lab, patient-care, or administrative experience.
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