Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in San Antonio, TX

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.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Expeditor

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 27 days ago

Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in – on time, every time – so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading...

Laboratory Assistant II Full Time Days NBH

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Performs venipuncture/capillary puncture as assigned; label tubes and specimen containers, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens....

Clinical Laboratory Assistant

  • Live Oak, TX (11 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Live Oak, TX (11 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Independently performs specimen processing and testing to include moderate complexity testing. Sets up instruments and performs basic equipment maintenance....

Clinical Laboratory Assistant - PRN Days San Antonio Med Center LTACH

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Laboratory Assistant - PRN Days | San Antonio Med Center LTACH Location US-TX-San Antonio ID 2025-63066 Category Clinical Ancillary Position Type PRN Overview If you're looking for a...

Clinical Laboratory Assistant - F/T Nights San Antonio LTACH

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Laboratory Assistant - F/T Nights | San Antonio LTACH Location US-TX-San Antonio ID 2025-60795 Category Clinical Ancillary Position Type Full-Time

Clinical Lab Assistant-Senior

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago

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Clinical Laboratory Assistant - PRN

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 days ago

Laboratory Assistant (PRN) - US, San Antonio, TX - On-Site ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment...

Clinical Lab Assistant Phlebotomy

  • Live Oak, TX (11 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Live Oak, TX (11 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Independently performs specimen processing and testing to include moderate complexity testing. Sets up instruments and performs basic equipment maintenance....

Clinical Laboratory Assistant PRN

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 14 days ago

Accurately registers, receives, processes, and stores biological specimens, such as blood, body fluid and tissue, and accessions them into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)....

Clinical Lab Assistant Phlebotomy

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Independently performs specimen processing and testing to include moderate complexity testing. Sets up instruments and performs basic equipment maintenance....

Clinical Lab Assistant Phlebotomy

  • Schertz, TX (16 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Schertz, TX (16 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Independently performs specimen processing and testing to include moderate complexity testing. Sets up instruments and performs basic equipment maintenance....

Clinical Laboratory Assistant

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 90+ days ago

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Salary for Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in San Antonio, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Lab Tech Assistants in San Antonio, TX offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.6%
Bachelor's Degree
26.1%
Associate's Degree
18.5%
High School or GED
17.1%
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 San Antonio, TX
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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