This Laboratory Assistant I position is based in San Antonio, Texas, within a physician office setting affiliated with a multi-specialty healthcare network spanning 12 counties across South Texas. The role centers on phlebotomy and specimen handling in a patient-facing, ambulatory environment — a strong entry point for a clinical support professional looking to build hands-on laboratory skills within a large, established regional health system. New hires receive structured on-the-job training with a clear competency milestone: independent blood draw proficiency within six weeks.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA) and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
- Note: benefit eligibility may vary by location and employment status
Practice Highlights
- Physician office setting within a multi-specialty ambulatory network serving 12 counties across South Texas
- Performs venipuncture and phlebotomy duties, with expectation of independent blood draw competency within six weeks of hire
- Responsible for specimen receipt, labeling of tubes and specimen containers, and distribution of laboratory specimens
- May perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests as part of routine duties
- Collaborative team environment with direct contribution to patient-centered care outcomes
- Part of a growing regional network with diverse multi-specialty providers and expanding community partnerships
Qualifications
- Required education: High school diploma or equivalent
- Preferred education: Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program
- Required: Demonstrated ability to perform independent blood draws within six weeks of hire
- Preferred experience: Minimum six months of prior laboratory or phlebotomy experience
- Comfort with routine technical and clerical laboratory functions in a fast-paced clinical office setting
About the Community
San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States, offering an exceptionally low cost of living relative to its size, no state income tax, and a rich cultural identity rooted in its deep Hispanic heritage and historic River Walk district. The city provides abundant dining, arts, professional sports, and outdoor recreation, with easy access to the Texas Hill Country for hiking, swimming, and weekend escapes. Families benefit from a wide range of public and private school options, and the broader South Texas region offers a warm climate year-round.