Clinical Lab Assistant – Day Shift, Specimen Prep

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago, IL seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support the Clinical Lab on the day shift. You will perform clerical tasks, greet patients, and assist with specimen handling in a supervised setting.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy basics, data entry, and helping with pre-analytic processing across several lab disciplines, while maintaining a clean, organized workspace and following CLIA guidelines.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Minimum 1-year clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• State CPT I or CPT II certification if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties such as data entry and filing.
• Greets patients and visitors with polite, friendly communication.
• Possesses basic knowledge of test terminology; supports phlebotomy activities.
• Processes specimens for pre-analytic handling across pathology, microbiology, hematology, chemistry, and blood bank.
• Stocks and orders routine supplies; maintains clean storage areas and work spaces.
• Assists in instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control under supervision.
• Supports pathology with training and evaluation; handles transcription of post-analytic results.

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

CPT I/II Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago, IL seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support the Clinical Lab on the day shift. You will perform clerical tasks, greet patients, and assist with specimen handling in a supervised setting.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy basics, data entry, and helping with pre-analytic processing across several lab disciplines, while maintaining a clean, organized workspace and following CLIA guidelines.