Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Long Beach, 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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Medical Lab Assistant, Point of Care Testing - Per Diem - Day

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

What will I be doing in this role? The Medical Laboratory Assistant functions with the general supervision of senior technical/clinical personnel. Responsibilities may include receiving,...

Laboratory Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Performs scheduled routine maintenance on miscellaneous devices such as microscopes, centrifuges, and knife sharpeners....

Laboratory Assistant II, Anaheim (On-call, Day shift)

  • Anaheim, CA (17 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (17 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Senior Laboratory Assistant

  • Fullerton, CA (21 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (21 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago

He/she will assist as necessary with outpatient specimen collection and processing....

Lead Laboratory Assistant

  • Torrance, CA (3 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (3 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The Lead Laboratory Technician performs a variety of procedures including venipuncture, skin puncture, specimen collection, specimen processing and distribution and the operation and maintenance of...

Laboratory Assistant - Clinical Lab - Per Diem 8 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union) University of Southern California (USC)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Essential Duties: Obtains blood sample specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods in response to requests for testing by clinicians, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient....

Laboratory Assistant - Norris Clinical Laboratory - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union) University of Southern California (USC)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Essential Duties: Obtains blood sample specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods in response to requests for testing by clinicians, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient....

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

  • Downey, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Downey, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Laboratory Assistant - Clinical Lab - Per Diem 8 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Essential Duties: Obtains blood sample specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods in response to requests for testing by clinicians, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient....

Laboratory Assistant - Norris Clinical Laboratory - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Essential Duties: Obtains blood sample specimens by venipuncture or capillary methods in response to requests for testing by clinicians, with appropriate consideration for the age of the patient....

Lab Assistant, Occupational Therapy

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Reporting directly to the Dean/Program Director of Occupational Therapy, the Lab-Teaching Assistant assists faculty with lab sessions, grading assignments and tests. Responsible for performing...

Laboratory Assistant II, Harbor City (On-Call, Night shift)

  • Harbor City, CA (2 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Harbor City, CA (2 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 16 days ago

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

Laboratory Assistant 2, Per Diem

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Processing functions include timely retrieval of specimens from transport systems, verification of sample receipt in LIS, centrifugation and other pre-analytic steps including use of the automated track...

Medical Laboratory Asst I, SSB Clinical Laboratories - FT - Evening Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 20 days ago

At Cedars-Sinai, we're motivated by a collective spirit of innovation and the challenge to continuously improve. Above all, we share a real passion for helping others. Day after day, from...

Medical Laboratory Asst I, SSB Clinical Laboratories - FT - Evening

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago

At Cedars-Sinai, we're motivated by a collective spirit of innovation and the challenge to continuously improve. Above all, we share a real passion for helping others. Day after day, from...

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Salary for Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, CA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.8%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
Associate's Degree
18.5%
High School or GED
16.9%
Master's Degree
5.4%
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 Long Beach, 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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