Lab Aide

Derick Dermatology PLLC; Dundee Township (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous vacation time

401k plan

Holiday pay

Job summary

Derick Dermatology in Elgin, IL is hiring for a laboratory role with paid training. The position involves record keeping, filing slides, labeling slides, and supporting the Pathology team in a busy lab.

Hours are Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM; benefits include health insurance, generous vacation time, 401k, and holiday pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong analytical judgement.
• Accuracy and close attention to details.
• Interest in medical lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Record keeping (QC, Temps, Chemical usage & disposal).
• Filing slides and blocks.
• Label cassettes and slides.
• Perform block checks and organizing slide books.
• Dispose of specimen containers.
• Emptying chemical waste into large bins.
• Change/rotate chemicals on processor and H&E stainer.
• Maintain adequate inventory for department needs.
• Manage the Tasks in the task box.
• Aide Pathologist or Lab team as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Interest in medical lab setting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Elgin, IL, US

**Paid Training**

Derick Dermatology (DD) is an internationally recognized and award-winning medical practice. Founded in 2006, our world class providers offer medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology care in state-of-the art facilities. Join the DD Family to protect, improve, and save the lives of patients in our communities. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and an outstanding patient experience.

Role and Responsibilities

• Record keeping (QC, Temps, Chemical usage & disposal)
• Filing slides and blocks
• Label cassettes and slides
• Perform block checks and organizing slide books
• Dispose of specimen containers
• Emptying chemical waste into large bins
• Change/rotate chemicals on processor and H&E stainer
• Maintain adequate inventory for department needs
• Manage the Tasks in the task box
• Aide Pathologist or Lab team as needed

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong Analytical judgement
• Accuracy and close attention to details
• Interest in medical lab setting

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with automated laboratory equipment and terminology (preferred but not required)
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (preferred but not required)

• DD offers competitive benefits; health insurance, generous vacation time, 401k plan, and holiday pay.

Position Hours

Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM & Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

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