Laboratory Technician Jobs in Texas
Laboratory Technician jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in clinical diagnostics, pharmaceutical manufacturing, environmental testing, and petrochemical quality control from entry-level roles through senior specialist positions. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor the bulk of hiring, where major employers like UT Health, Baylor Scott and White Health, and ExxonMobil maintain large laboratory operations. The specialties seeing the most consistent openings include clinical chemistry, microbiology, and materials testing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Medical Laboratory Technician today with St. David's North Austin Medical Center.
Job Summary and Qualifications
As a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), you will be responsible for performing moderate and high complexity testing for use in patient diagnosis and treatment of disease. You will analyze, review, and report test results and quality control results, and take remedial action when indicated, and ensure specimen integrity through proper handling and processing.
You will handle and transport specimens as appropriate to the ordered tests
You will ensure positive identification of each patient and respective samples
You will correctly receive specimens and print specimen labels
You will troubleshoot test systems and take appropriate actions
You will communicate the need for supplies, receive all supplies, and rotate supplies appropriately
You will perform and document scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
You will identify problems which may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results
Job Requirements
Education
Associate’s degree in Laboratory or Medical Laboratory Technology AND a graduate of an accredited school of Medical Laboratory Technology or Medical Laboratory Science
OR
High school graduate or equivalent AND laboratory training or experience consisting of successful completion of a 50-week military training program having served as a Medical Laboratory Specialist
Licenses and Certifications
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), or as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) by the National Certification Agency for Clinical Laboratory Personnel (NCA), or equivalent – preferred
Benefits
St. David's North Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, part of St. David’s HealthCare, is a full-service medical center providing comprehensive medical care at two locations – St. David’s North Austin Medical Center and St. David’s Surgical Hospital.
St. David’s North Austin Medical Center is a 460+ bed, multi-specialty, acute care hospital. It provides advanced women’s health services, including maternity and newborn care with Level I, II, and III neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) at the nearby St. David’s Women’s Center of Texas. The hospital also offers minimally invasive gynecological surgery and comprehensive breast imaging through Solis Mammography, which is located on-site. Other services include a 24-hour emergency department, pediatric emergency care, and intensive care at St. David’s Children’s Hospital. The hospital also features the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery, bariatric (weight loss) surgery, a Heart and Vascular Center, neurology and neurosurgery, a kidney transplant program, a Level IV Epilepsy Center, as well as inpatient and outpatient surgery and acute rehabilitation services for both inpatients and outpatients.
St. David’s Women’s Center of Texas, located at St. David's North Austin Medical Center, is recognized by the State of Texas as a Level IV Maternal Facility. This means it provides the highest level of care for pregnant and postpartum patients, especially those with serious or complex medical, surgical, or pregnancy-related conditions, including those at high risk for maternal morbidity or mortality. The center includes a 95+ bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with 30+ private rooms, 10+ rooms for very small babies, and 10+ beds for babies needing neurological care. It also has 35+ labor, delivery, and recovery rooms, including Central Texas’ first low-intervention birthing suites with tubs. There are 95+ postpartum beds, 20+ antepartum beds, and Cesarean section surgical suites. The facility offers 24/7 neonatology coverage, OB/GYN hospitalists, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, lactation consultants, and a midwifery program. It is part of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Maternal-Fetal Medicine Units Network and TexasAIM, and it also provides a high-risk pregnancy navigation and support program.
St. David's Surgical Hospital is part of St. David’s North Austin Medical Center and is the first Level 4 Epilepsy Center in Central Texas for both adults and children. It has its own 24-hour emergency department, a medical-surgical inpatient unit, and a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) for patients ages 17 and under. The hospital is staffed with pediatric emergency physicians, pediatric hospitalists, intensivists, and other specialists who are specially trained to care for children. It also includes certified child-life specialists who help kids feel more comfortable during their hospital stay. St. David’s Children’s Hospital offers many pediatric services, such as pediatric surgery, pediatric radiology (including imaging and interventional procedures), and pediatric anesthesia for surgical support. It also has a wide range of pediatric specialists available for consultation and treatment, including general surgery, ENT (ear, nose, and throat), craniofacial and plastic surgery, neurology, neurosurgery, urology, and cardiology, among others.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Laboratory Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Laboratory Technician Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CHRISTUS Health11

- HCA Houston Healthcare9

- ECS Limited6

- Camin Cargo Control5

- Eurofins4

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services13
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Medical Devices4
- Education2
- Construction & Real Estate2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory technician jobs across Texas.
- Texas-recognized certification such as ASCP or AMT for clinical laboratory roles
- Associate or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, chemistry, or biology
- Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and quality control procedures
- Familiarity with CLIA regulations and laboratory safety protocols
- Proficiency in laboratory information systems and accurate data documentation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures
Laboratory Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a laboratory technician in Texas?
To become a laboratory technician in Texas, you typically need at minimum an associate degree in clinical laboratory science or a closely related field, followed by certification through a nationally recognized body such as ASCP or AMT, which Texas employers broadly accept. Clinical laboratory personnel working in facilities subject to CLIA must meet federal personnel qualifications, and Texas Health and Human Services oversees laboratory licensing at the facility level. Entry-level candidates with certification and clinical externship hours are competitive for most Texas openings.
How much do laboratory technicians make in Texas?
Laboratory technicians in Texas earn a median of about $50,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,960 for the lowest 10% to over $80,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire laboratory technicians in Texas?
Employers hiring laboratory technicians in Texas right now include CHRISTUS Health, HCA Houston Healthcare, and ECS Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of large health systems, petrochemical refineries, and pharmaceutical manufacturers means laboratory technician roles appear across a wide range of industries beyond just clinical settings.
Which Texas cities have the most laboratory technician jobs?
Houston, Austin, and San Antonio have the most laboratory technician openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its massive Texas Medical Center complex and dense concentration of petrochemical and energy industry labs, while Dallas draws volume from its large hospital networks and life sciences corridor, and San Antonio benefits from a strong military healthcare and academic medical presence that sustains steady clinical laboratory demand.
Are there remote laboratory technician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 3% of laboratory technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most laboratory work. The roles most likely to allow remote or partial remote arrangements are those focused on data review, laboratory information system management, or quality assurance documentation rather than direct specimen handling.
How can I get hired as a laboratory technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a NAACLS-accredited clinical laboratory technician program at a Texas community college, such as those offered through San Jacinto College or Austin Community College, which include structured clinical externships at affiliated hospitals. Large Texas health systems like Baylor Scott and White Health and UT Health run new-graduate onboarding pipelines that treat completed externship hours as qualifying experience. Candidates coming from adjacent roles like phlebotomist or medical assistant can also transition by obtaining ASCP certification, which signals readiness to hiring managers even without formal laboratory technician work history.
Where can I find and apply to laboratory technician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to laboratory technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.
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