Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Buena Park, CA

A Laboratory Technician Assistant in the med tech industry is responsible for supporting technologists in the laboratory by preparing and organizing samples for analysis, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to lab procedures and safety protocols. They play an essential role in the accurate and efficient processing of patient samples, contributing to the delivery of reliable and timely diagnostic results. These professionals often handle administrative tasks such as record keeping, data entry, and inventory management as well.

Key skills for a Lab Tech Assistant include attention to detail, organization, technical proficiency, and a strong understanding of laboratory safety procedures. Certification as a lab assistant is typically required, and this may include passing an exam through the American Society for Clinical Pathology or a similar accrediting body. Prior to becoming a Lab Tech Assistant, individuals may have roles such as a Phlebotomist, a Medical Assistant, or a Lab Aide, all of which provide relevant experience in clinical lab settings.

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FT Specimen Processor / Accessioner, Tuesday-Saturday; 10:00am-6:30pm

  • Lake Forest, CA (24 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (24 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Full Time Specimen Processor, Tuesday-Saturday; 10:00am-6:30pm Pay rate depending on experience, $18.00-$19.00hr....

Lab Assistant I

  • Inglewood, CA (21 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Inglewood, CA (21 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens, 8) processing specimens for reference laboratory, 9) stocking and ordering of routine supplies, 10) keeps storage areas, trays, centrifuges...

Laboratory Assistant II, Baldwin Park (On-call, Night shift)

  • Baldwin Park, CA (17 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Baldwin Park, CA (17 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing....

Laboratory Assistant - Full Time - Mid Shift - 8hr ICH

  • Covina, CA (18 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Covina, CA (18 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Participates in data entry, specimen processing and communicates with clients to help resolve specimen concerns as required. Performs other duties as assigned....

Laboratory Assistant - Full Time - Mid Shift - 8hr QVH

  • West Covina, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Covina, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Participates in data entry, specimen processing and communicates with clients to help resolve specimen concerns as required. Performs other duties as assigned....

Laboratory Assistant - Full Time - Days - 8hr ICH

  • Covina, CA (18 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Covina, CA (18 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Participates in data entry, specimen processing and communicates with clients to help resolve specimen concerns as required. Performs other duties as assigned....

Senior Laboratory Assistant - Clinical Laboratory

  • Orange, CA (9 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Orange, CA (9 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Or Upon hire: California Certified Phlebotomy Technician II License. 1 year Experience as a Phlebotomist or Lab Assistant performing blood specimen collections, specimen processing, centrifuging and...

Lead Laboratory Assistant - Full Time - Days - 8hr QVH

  • West Covina, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Participates in data entry, specimen processing and communicates with clients to help resolve specimen concerns as required....

Laboratory Assistant - Full Time - Nights - 8hr QVH

  • West Covina, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Participates in data entry, specimen processing and communicates with clients to help resolve specimen concerns as required. Performs other duties as assigned....

Laboratory Assistant II (On-call Day shift in West LA, CA)

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens....

Micro Lab Assistant - Full-Time Days

  • Whittier, CA (11 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (11 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Specimen Processing : Prepare specimens for laboratory testing or refer to outside laboratories when necessary....

Laboratory Assistant II, Harbor City (20 Hours, Day shift)

  • Harbor City, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harbor City, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago

To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing....

Laboratory Assistant II, Harbor City (20 Hours, Evening shift)

  • Harbor City, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harbor City, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago

To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing....

Laboratory Assistant II, Harbor City (On-call, Evening shift)

  • Harbor City, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harbor City, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago

To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical and post analytical steps of laboratory testing....

Laboratory Assistant

  • Torrance, CA (17 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (17 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago

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Salary for Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Buena Park, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Tech Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Tech Assistants in Buena Park, CA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.7%
Bachelor's Degree
26.2%
Associate's Degree
18.5%
High School or GED
17.0%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lab Tech Assistants in Buena Park, CA
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%


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