Lab Assistant

Hourly Pay Range:

Position Highlights:

• Position: Laboratory Assistant II - Microbiology - Per Diem
• Location: Northwest Community Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time: Per Diem
• Hours: Monday-Friday,7am-3:30pm or 2pm-10:30pm

What you will do:

• The specimen processor is responsible and accountable for receiving, processing, labeling, distributing specimens
• The position requires a thorough understanding of laboratory specimens as well as the LIS computer systems.
• The Processor will be required to perform customer service duties and other clerical duties as the job dictates
• Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
• Accurately identify and label specimens
• Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples
• Resolve and document any problem specimens
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Comfortability with handling biological specimens

What you will need:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.

• Certification: High school graduate

• Experience: 3 months or more of specimen processing experience
• Unique or Preferred Skills: 3 months or more of specimen processing experience

Benefits:

• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

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At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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