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Inova

Laboratory Technician Assistant 1

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$17.72 - $28.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Lab experience * Work experience About Us We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the ...

AmpSeq LLC

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NGS Lab Technician (Part-Time)

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lab Technician - Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Location ... Gaithersburg, MD Job Type: Part-time, Entry Level About Us: AmpSeq is a dynamic and innovative next ...

AmpSeq LLC

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NGS Lab Technician (Part-Time)

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lab Technician - Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Location ... Gaithersburg, MD Job Type: Part-time, Entry Level About Us: AmpSeq is a dynamic and innovative next ...

Mercy Medical Center

LAB ASSISTANT II

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$19.49/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Summary Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center - Now Hiring a Lab Assistant II. Mercy Medical Center ... Good communication skills, entry level computer knowledge and typing skills necessary Min USD $19 ...

GeneDx

Lab Technician

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$20.50 - $27.25/hr

Summary The Lab Technician for OneLab, performs an entry level role in the testing of clinical DNA specimens for the purpose of diagnosing genetic disease, using manual and automated methods in a ...

System One

Laboratory Technician

Hunt Valley, MD · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred; high school diploma acceptable with some lab experience or certification (not a fresh high school graduate) * Entry level resource System One, and its ...

System One

Laboratory Technician

Hunt Valley, MD · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred; high school diploma acceptable with some lab experience or certification (not a fresh high school graduate) * Entry level resource System One, and its ...

GeneDx

Lab Technician

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$23 - $24/hr

Summary The Lab Technician for OneLab, performs an entry level role in the testing of clinical DNA specimens for the purpose of diagnosing genetic disease, using manual and automated methods in a ...

Quest Diagnostics

Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to ... MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS ...

Compuray Medical

Cardiovascular Technologist

Westminster, MD · On-site

$2.0K - $2.8K/wk

Full knowledge of angiographic instruments and procedures in a cardiovascular lab is essential ... Comprehensive benefits package available Ideal Candidate: * Entry-level with less than one year of ...

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How much do entrylevel lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for entrylevel lab in Columbia, MD is $25.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.09 and $27.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Lab vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectEntrylevel LabLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma; certification or associate degree often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research labs, diagnostic centersMedical labs, research facilities, industrial labs
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare, research, diagnosticsHealthcare, research, industrial testing
Common Search & ComparisonEntrylevel Lab vs Laboratory Technician

The main difference between an Entrylevel Lab and a Laboratory Technician lies in experience and certification requirements. Entrylevel Lab roles are typically suitable for individuals starting their careers with minimal experience, often requiring only a high school diploma. Laboratory Technicians may have additional certifications or an associate degree and often perform more complex tasks. Both roles work in similar environments like hospitals and research labs, but Laboratory Technicians usually have more responsibilities and technical skills.

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Laboratory Technician Assistant 1

Inova

Falls Church, VA • On-site

$17.72 - $28.30/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 3 days ago

Inova Health System rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 260 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

236th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Laboratory Technician Assistant 1
Inova Fairfax Hospital is looking for a dedicated Laboratory Technician Assistant1 (LTA 1) to join the team. This role is PRN.
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Inova PRN Benefits and Perks:
  • State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
  • Retirement benefits with match from day one
  • Free Parking for all employees
  • Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more

Laboratory Technician Assistant 1 Job Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrates understanding of and performs all procedures for obtaining, preparing, and packaging of specimens for transport; Evaluates specimen for acceptability per policy (volume, labeling, proper documentation for QA).
  • Provides correct containers to patients with preservatives, when needed, as well as instructions for return of samples; Verifies collection technique, total volume, and correct.
  • Participates in continuing educational requirements by attending meetings, responding to instructional e-mail, etc.; Attends 75% of all department meetings and reads minutes of 100% of staff meetings and communications; Completes Inova educational requirements and annual skills review by deadline.
  • Manages specimen accessioning and processing accurately and efficiently to provide quality specimens for laboratory testing; Responsible for specimens collected by special procedure properly per facility policy (Irretrievable specimens, pathology specimens, 24 hour urine, cultures, chain of custody collections, Newborn Screens etc.).
  • Obtains all proper documentation to establish correct patient identity; Performs patient registration/billing/test order procedures accurately and efficiently to ensure correct testing, reporting, billing and regulatory compliance; Accurately enters patient demographics, billing information, and test orders according to written physician order and information from customer insurance cards.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Experience: No experience required
  • Certification: Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire.

Preferred Qualification:
  • Lab experience
  • Work experience

About Us
We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.
Inova Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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