Medical Lab Assistant

Company : Ardent Health Services

Location : Tyler, TX, 75702

Posted Date : 4 November 2025

Job Type : Other

Category : Scientific Research & Development

Occupation : Lab Assistant

Job Details

Overview
Join our team as a weekend shift, PRN, Medical Lab Assistant in Tyler, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.

People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.

Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Explore Career Pathways for Laboratory Professionals:
Responsibilities
The Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) functions as a laboratory professional who assists other laboratory personnel in specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen processing, laboratory testing, process improvement and quality initiatives.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent
Certification from a nationally recognized agency as a medical lab assistant within 2 years of hire date.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Experience working in the clinical setting
Certification from nationally recognized agency as a phlebotomist preferred.