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What is the difference between Entry Level Hla vs Entry Level Medical Assistant?

AspectEntry Level HlaEntry Level Medical Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, certification in health insurance billingHigh school diploma, certification in medical assisting
Work EnvironmentHealthcare offices, insurance companiesClinics, hospitals, healthcare facilities
Employer & Industry UsageHealth insurance providers, healthcare administrationMedical clinics, hospitals, outpatient centers

Entry Level Hla and Entry Level Medical Assistant roles share some foundational healthcare knowledge but differ mainly in focus. Entry Level Hla primarily handles health insurance billing and administrative tasks, while Entry Level Medical Assistants perform clinical duties alongside administrative work. Both roles require certification and are vital in healthcare settings, but they serve different functions within the industry.

How to become an entry level HLA technologist?

To become an entry-level HLA technologist, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or a related field. Certification from a recognized organization, such as the American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI), is often required or preferred, along with laboratory skills and knowledge of immunogenetics techniques. Gaining hands-on experience through internships or training programs can also improve job prospects.

What is an entry level HLA job?

An entry level HLA (Histocompatibility Laboratory Assistant) job involves supporting laboratory operations related to tissue typing and compatibility testing for organ and tissue transplants. The role typically requires basic laboratory skills, attention to detail, and may involve tasks such as preparing samples, operating testing equipment, and maintaining records. It is suitable for individuals seeking to start a career in medical laboratory science with minimal prior experience.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Hla job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Graduate Assistant - DMS Health Leadership Apprentice (HLA) Program

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX • On-site

$21/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Job Posting Title:
Graduate Assistant - DMS Health Leadership Apprentice (HLA) Program
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Hiring Department:
Department of Neurology
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
20
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FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
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Earliest Start Date:
Feb 02, 2026
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Aug 15, 2026
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
Purpose
Graduate Assistant will advance the Dell Med Health Leadership Apprentice (HLA) Program by supporting undergraduate student groups engaged in collaborative projects with faculty, staff, learners, alumni, and community partners.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the HLA Track A management task. Coordinate outreach to prospective project partners and facilitate student-partner matching. Organize and participate in project kick-off and check-in meetings. Ensure progress toward project milestones and deliverables. Provide guidance on IRB processes when applicable
  • Meet with the HLA Coordinator twice weekly for supervision, planning, and program alignment. Develop and implement strategies to streamline project workflows using the Canvas platform. Assist with planning, budgeting, and financial tracking for project support requests

Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a UT Austin graduate student and able to meet all student worker eligibility requirements.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience coordinating complex academic or project-based workflows, facilitating partner engagement, and providing guidance on IRB processes, along with familiarity using Canvas or similar platforms to support program operations.
Salary Range
$21.00 Hourly

Working Conditions
  • May work around standard office conditions

Required Materials
  • Resume/CV
  • Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility:
Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
  • E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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