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Medical Laboratory Assistant

American Oncology Network·Houston, Texas

$18 - $30/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago
Practice for this role

Medical Laboratory Assistant · $18 - $30/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -49% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Houston, Texas ($35.45/hr, n=798)
$1.00/hr · p10p90 · $500/hr
this role: $17.93/hrmedian $35.45/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 798 posted healthcare roles in Houston, Texas rates. This role sits in the 21st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 49% below the Houston, Texas median for similar positions.

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing routine clinical laboratory tests, collecting specimens, and operating laboratory equipment. They must also ensure laboratory compliance with regulatory standards and maintain accurate documentation and equipment maintenance.

Location

  • Oncology
  • Consultants -
  • Greater
  • Heights
  • Pay
  • Range: $17.93 - $29.89

Position Summary

Healthcare professionals responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, phlebotomy, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting. Perform manual and automated routine blood tests. Prepare specimens for microscope examination. Operate laboratory equipment including centrifuges, hematology analyzers, and point of care analyzers. Key Performance Areas KPA 1 – Specimen collection and testing Collect and analyze body fluids such as urine and blood. Perform proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing. Perform routine clinical laboratory tests. Perform technical laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, meeting the standard of all accreditation/regulatory agencies. Ensure adherence to correct testing policies, procedures, and quality assurance. KPA 2 – Equipment maintenance and supplies Set up, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure efficient performance Maintain cleanliness of the laboratory. Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies. Place order with purchasing as needed KPA 3 – Compliance Comply with established safety guidelines. Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections. Adhere to all Company and departmental policies and procedures, including Disaster Recovery Plan and IT policies and procedures. Complete all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies. Must be able to perform compliance testing. Comply with protecting patient privacy. KPA 4 – Documentation Maintain all logs as required. Initiate troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contact instrument service company, if necessary. Submit monthly paperwork to consultant. KPA 5 –Other duties Performs other duties and projects are assigned. Position Qualifications/Requirements Education High School education, required Previous Experience Minimum of two years’ experience in a lab setting, required Core Capabilities Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment. Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters. Communication Skills: Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback. Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician and community relations. Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites. Computer Skills Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required. Laboratory information system Laboratory instrumentation Certifications/Licenses National lab certification preferred Travel: Less than 25% Remote: No Standard Work Days/Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. #AONC

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and a minimum of two years of experience in a laboratory setting. Proficiency in MS Office and strong analytical and interpersonal skills are required for this role.

  • high school
  • Troubleshooting
  • Compliance
  • MS Office
  • Phlebotomy
  • Critical thinking
  • Quality control
  • Inventory management
  • Centrifuges
  • Data entry
  • Instrument maintenance
  • Specimen collection
  • Laboratory testing
  • Patient privacy
  • Laboratory information system
  • Hematology analyzers
  • Point of care analyzers

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$18 - $30/hr
Locations
Houston, Texas; Newtown, Virginia
Posted
Aug 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

American Oncology Network

AON is an alliance of physicians and veteran healthcare leaders dedicated to ensuring the long-term success and viability of oncology diagnosis and treatment in community-based settings. We are the fastest growing network of community oncology practices delivering local access...

IndustryMedical Practices
TypePublic Company
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Texas lab assistant roles stay steady

Medical Laboratory Assistant roles in Texas are typically tied to ongoing demand in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs that need reliable support for specimen handling and routine lab workflows. Competition can be strong because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least two years of lab experience, MS Office proficiency, and solid analytical and interpersonal skills. Before applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform with the original posting so you can quickly confirm fit and save research time.

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