Laboratory Technician 1 - Medical Assistant

Nevada System of Higher Education • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine’s Student Health Services is seeking a skilled, proactive Laboratory Technician 1, Medical Assistant for a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. The position supports patient flow and quality care by recording chief complaints and vital signs in the Electronic Health Record, conducting in-house CLIA-waived tests, assisting with medical procedures, administering medications and ordered immunizations, and communicating test results and follow-up instructions clearly and empathetically. The position does not offer layoff rights and is contingent upon funding.

The technician follows state and federal laboratory guidelines and OSHA, infection-control, and bloodborne-pathogen standards. Duties also include maintaining medical equipment, ensuring its proper use, and assisting with the training of laboratory personnel. The Student Health Center laboratory supports provider diagnoses by testing and analyzing patient specimens.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of laboratory experience performing various laboratory procedures, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The posting notes that all minimum qualifications are waived for this position until December 31, 2026, pursuant to Executive Order 2026-002.
• Ability to obtain a State of Nevada Office Laboratory Certification.
• Valid Class C driver's license or higher at appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
• Pre-employment screening for controlled substances is required because the position has been identified as affecting public safety.

Responsibilities

• Enter patient chief complaints and vital signs accurately in the Electronic Health Record.
• Perform in-house CLIA-waived tests, including COVID, pregnancy, urinalysis, strep, and mono tests.
• Assist with medical procedures.
• Administer medications and provide immunizations as ordered, following protocols.
• Communicate test results and follow-up instructions clearly and empathetically.
• Follow state and federal laboratory guidelines, OSHA requirements, infection-control procedures, and bloodborne-pathogen standards.
• Maintain medical equipment and ensure its proper use.
• Assist with training laboratory personnel.
• Test and analyze patient specimens to support provider diagnoses.

Benefits

• Enrollment in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
• Health insurance options, including dental and vision.
• Life insurance.
• Annual and sick leave.
• Optional annual or semester memberships at the E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center, including spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• Mountain EAP counseling and advising services for employees and eligible dependents.
• Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit.
• Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of eligible classified employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED