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Local Contract Medical Lab Technician
Irving, TX
TalentBurst, Inc
5x8 hrs

$18/hour

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start Date03/30/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay

$18/hour

Description

Job Title: Technical Lab - Lab Assistant
Location: Irving TX
Duration: 3 months extendable contract
Shift: Shift/Time Zone: Wednesday- Sunday, 7am-3:30pm
First shift/ Central

Job Description:

Perform the daily activities as described below.
Basic Purpose: Perform various routine laboratory functions in a precise and accurate fashion to assist the laboratory professional staff and to facilitate production.

Job Requirements:

Sorting, and receiving specimens in the department.
Performs routine instrument maintenance on some equipment.
Performs laboratory tasks of centrifuging specimens, printing extra labels, recording data (temperature charts) specimen storage and retrieval.
Preparing reagents and or media in the department.
Preparing specimens at workstations for testing. (Including building worklists, aliquoting specimens into sample cups, checking specimens for clots and fibrin, inoculation, slide preparation)
Performs QA/QC duties as assigned.
Resolves pending lists.
Finds missing samples.
Decontaminates work areas.
Performs weekly radioactive wipe tests.
Maintains files for department records.
Changes gas cylinders.
Follows all PPE requirements and all safety regulations.
Uses the laboratory computer system as well as operates PCs.
Disposes of biohazardous material.
Completes training and competency checklists as appropriate.
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of the work performed by this position.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent REQUIRED.
Medical assistant training helpful.
Math and science courses preferred.

Work Experience:

Entry level role.
Lab experience is a huge plus, but not required.
Medical terminology is also highly preferred, but not required.

Special Requirements:

Must have the ability to establish work priorities and to handle several tasks for maximum workstation efficiency.
Must be able to retain information once learned.
Must interact with other coworkers, internal and external customers with courtesy and respect.

TB_HC

Talent Burst Job ID #26-05694. Posted job title: Technical Lab - Lab Assistant

Employer

TalentBurst, Inc

4.6rating(88 reviews)

49 nurses recommend working with TalentBurst, Inc

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About

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.

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