Laboratory Assistant

Pride Health; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to join a top-tier healthcare organization in Wood Dale, IL. This exciting role offers a chance to support vital lab operations, including specimen handling, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance tasks. With a focus on teamwork and efficiency, you'll work in a dynamic environment that values your contributions and provides opportunities for growth. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference, this position is a great starting point for your career in the medical field.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Employee assistance program

Legal support

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience as a Lab Assistant.
• Ability to establish work priorities and handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and receives specimens and performs routine maintenance on lab equipment.
• Handles lab tasks including centrifuging, labeling, and specimen storage.
• Conducts QA/QC duties and resolves pending lists.

Skills

Specimen sorting

Lab equipment maintenance

Data recording

Quality assurance

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lab computer systems

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

This range is provided by Pride Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$17.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Pride Health

Pride Health is hiring a Lab Assistant to support our client’s medical facility in Wood Dale, IL. This is a 3+ month with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Location: Wood Dale, IL 60191

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $20/hr. on W2.

Shift: Mon - Fri 1ST SHIFT: 9:00AM - 5:30PM / 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Duration: 3+ Months

*Pay Rate is based on experience and educational qualifications.

Job Responsibilities/ Requirements:

• Sorts and receives specimens.
• Performs routine maintenance on lab equipment.
• Handles lab tasks: centrifuging, labeling, data recording, specimen storage, and retrieval.
• Prepares reagents, media, and specimens for testing (aliquoting, clot/fibrin checks, slide prep).
• Conducts QA/QC duties and resolves pending lists.
• Locates missing samples and decontaminates work areas.
• Performs weekly radioactive wipe tests.
• Maintains departmental records and manages gas cylinder changes.
• Follows PPE and safety protocols.
• Operates lab computer systems and disposes of biohazard materials.
• Completes required training and competency checklists.

Special Requirements:

• Must have the ability to establish work priorities and to handle several tasks for maximum workstation efficiency.
• Must be able to retain information once learned.
• Must interact with other coworkers, internal and external customers with courtesy and respect.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months of experience as a Lab Assistant
• Must have reliable transportation.

Pride Global offers eligible employees 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, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Interested? Apply now!

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Public Health, and Health and Human Services

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Vision insurance

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Medical insurance

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