Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Prep Lab Assistant

  • Quest Diagnostics
  • Erie, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 2 days ago

Prepares samples for processing i.e. tissue grinders, centrifuging. Credits unacceptable / duplicate test requests, knows what sites and specimens are acceptable for testing....

In Person Part Time

Lab Assistant I - Histology

  • Quest Diagnostics
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Lab Assistant I - Histology - Pittsburgh, PA, Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM Pay range: $17.20+ per hour Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills,...

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Phlebotomist Laboratory Assistant II - Full time 1st Shift at HUP

  • Penn Medicine
  • Yardley, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Yardley, PA
  • 4 days ago

Researches phone inquiries regarding specimen collection or test results by referencing available manuals and records and calls caller back promptly Understands collection requirements for special or...

In Person Full Time

Clinical Lab Assistant

  • Excela Health
  • Mount Pleasant, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, PA
  • 5 days ago

collection requirements as requested handles telephone communications with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for confidentiality seeks guidance or asks for assistance from appropriate personnel regarding...

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Clinical Lab Assistant I - Night Shift

  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 days ago

What you will do Central Lab Services - Specimen Processing Assess specimen requirements and specimen integrity Triage, accession, process, and deliver specimens following established procedures Perform...

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Specimen Processor, UPMC

  • UPMC
  • Altoona, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 6 days ago

Participates in the orientation and training of new laboratory specimen processors. Perform routine technical and related clerical duties as directed....

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Specimen Processor

  • UPMC
  • Erie, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 8 days ago

Answer all telephone inquiries concerning proper specimen collection, result, and normal range information....

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Laboratory Assistant I - PPMC - (Part-Time)

  • Penn Medicine
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 11 days ago

collection or test results by referencing available manuals and records, and calls caller back promptly....

In Person Part Time

Field Investigator/Lab Assistant

  • Luzerne County, PA
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 11 days ago

THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN POSTED UNTIL FILLED The Field Investigator will be assigned specific areas of the community where they will serve as the first call Deputy. In addition they will be...

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Clinical Lab Assistant I

  • The Dixon Group
  • York, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 15 days ago

May be required to learn and perform phlebotomy or other specimen collection. 2. Other duties as assigned....

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LAB ASSISTANT- Day shift with rotating weekends and holidays

  • Crawford Memorial Hospital
  • PA
  • 17 days ago
  • PA
  • 17 days ago

Lab Assistant Department: Laboratory Reports To: Director - Lab Direct Reports: None FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Position Summary The Lab Assistant is responsible for collecting blood samples...

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Specimen Processor - UPMC Harrisburg

  • UPMC Health System
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 17 days ago

Answer all telephone inquiries concerning proper specimen collection, result, and normal range information....

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Specimen Processor - UPMC Carlisle, UPMC

  • UPMC
  • Carlisle, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA
  • 18 days ago

Answer all telephone inquiries concerning proper specimen collection, result, and normal range information....

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Clinical Services, Specimen Processor (PIT)

  • Castle Biosciences
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 19 days ago

Learn more at www.CastleBiosciences.com Castle Biosciences Inc. is growing, and we are looking to hire a full-time Clinical Services, Specimen Processor working from our Pittsburgh, PA office location...

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Phlebotomist Laboratory Assistant I - Part Time at HUP Cedar, 1st Shift

  • Penn Medicine
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 19 days ago

Researches phone inquiries regarding specimen collection or test results by referencing available manuals and records and calls caller back promptly Understands collection requirements for special or...

In Person Part Time

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Salary for Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Lab Tech Assistants in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.0%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
Associate's Degree
18.7%
High School or GED
16.5%
Master's Degree
5.4%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lab Tech Assistants in Pennsylvania
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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