Laboratory Assistant I

Edward Elmhurst Health; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant I to join their team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, processing cytology specimens and providing essential support in the laboratory. With a focus on professional growth, the organization provides various benefits, including premium pay, tuition reimbursement, and retirement options. As part of a fully integrated healthcare delivery system, you will contribute to transformative patient experiences and expert care across multiple locations. Join a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career pathways for professional growth

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

Qualifications

• Education: HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred college degree in science.

Responsibilities

• Triage cytology specimens and process samples.
• Provide customer support in the cytology laboratory.
• Maintain a clean laboratory station and manage inventory.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree in science

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Lab Assistant I
• Location: Evanston Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

What you will do:

• Triage cytology specimens: gross specimen and accession specimen
• Process gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens using various processing and staining techniques
• Provide customer support as a technical liaison for inquiries in the cytology laboratory
• Support specimen send-outs by completing patient sample requests
• Maintain a clean laboratory station and work alongside the team to manage inventory, logs, equipment functions, and troubleshoot issues in the laboratory with the supervisor

What you will need:

• Education: HS Diploma or equivalent required. College degree, preferably in science, is preferred
• Certification: Not applicable
• Experience: Not required
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Laboratory experience preferred

Benefits:

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• 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 serving over 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. With more than 25,000 team members and over 6,000 physicians, we aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals, all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

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.

Explore our website to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at our core; we strive to serve our patients and each other with compassion, respect, and empathy. We believe our strength lies in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.