Lab Assistant

Pride Health; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health is seeking a Lab Assistant to support a medical facility in Wood Dale, IL 60191. This 9+ month assignment offers a steady start with a chance for extension and a pathway to work with a top-tier healthcare organization.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with Medical Assistant training preferred. No prior lab experience is required, making this an excellent entry point for candidates eager to begin a healthcare career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant training preferred.
• Coursework in mathematics and/or science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and prepare patient specimens for laboratory testing.
• Centrifuge, aliquot, label, and organize specimens according to established procedures.
• Check specimens for clots, fibrin, and other issues that may affect testing.
• Prepare worklists and specimens at designated laboratory workstations.
• Perform routine laboratory equipment maintenance and ensure workstations are clean and ready for use.
• Prepare reagents, media, slides, and other materials needed for daily laboratory operations.
• Monitor and resolve pending specimens and locate missing samples as needed.
• Enter and maintain accurate specimen, temperature, and laboratory records in the laboratory information system.
• Perform assigned quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Properly handle and dispose of biohazardous materials while following all PPE and laboratory safety requirements.
• Complete required training and competency activities and follow established laboratory procedures.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and other personnel to support efficient daily laboratory operations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant training

Mathematics or science coursework

Job description

Pride Health is hiring a Lab Assistant to support our client’s medical facility, based in Wood Dale IL 60191

This is a 9+ months role with a possible extension opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Title: Lab Assistant
Location: Wood Dale IL 60191
Shift/Time Zone: 1:00 am to 9:30 am /Central time
Pay Rate:$18/hour plus 10% Shift Differential - Rate is $19.80/hour
(Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.) The rate is based on years of DIRECT EXPERIENCE as listed in the resume.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and prepare patient specimens for laboratory testing.
• Centrifuge, aliquot, label, and organize specimens according to established procedures.
• Check specimens for clots, fibrin, and other issues that may affect testing.
• Prepare worklists and specimens at designated laboratory workstations.
• Perform routine laboratory equipment maintenance and ensure workstations are clean and ready for use.
• Prepare reagents, media, slides, and other materials needed for daily laboratory operations.
• Monitor and resolve pending specimens and locate missing samples as needed.
• Enter and maintain accurate specimen, temperature, and laboratory records in the laboratory information system.
• Perform assigned quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Properly handle and dispose of biohazardous materials while following all PPE and laboratory safety requirements.
• Complete required training and competency activities and follow established laboratory procedures.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and other personnel to support efficient daily laboratory operations.

Education Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant training is preferred.
• Coursework in mathematics and/or science is preferred.

Experience Required

• No prior laboratory or healthcare work experience required.
• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

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For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.