Laboratory Assistant II - Core Lab

Edward Elmhurst Health; Evanston (IL); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay (shift/holiday)

Incentive pay

Career growth opportunities

Free parking

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement with company match

Job summary

Edward-Elmhurst Health in Evanston is seeking a Laboratory Assistant II for the Core Lab. This full-time role supports test ordering in LIS/HIS, specimen processing, receipt and scanning of samples, and delivery for in-house or reference lab testing.

The position emphasizes accurate data entry, specimen tracking, and packaging, with Monday–Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm shifts, plus weekends rotated holidays. A high school diploma is required; relevant healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1 year of experience in a comparable healthcare setting for external candidates.
• LIS/HIS data entry experience preferred.
• Laboratory, medical and data entry skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Order tests into the Laboratory Information System (LIS/HIS) and document lab receipt of specimens.
• Process various laboratory specimens and prepare them for testing.
• Receive and scan patient samples into LIS/HIS; perform centrifugation, aliquoting and delivery of specimens.
• Perform specimen tracking, packaging and entry of orders and results into the system.

Skills

Data entry

Laboratory knowledge

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

LIS/HIS systems

Job description

## Laboratory Assistant II - Core LabApply: EVH Evanston Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: R47709**Hourly Pay Range:**$19.31 - $28.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:*** Position: Laboratory Assistant II* Location: Evanston Hospital* Full Time/Part Time: Full Time* Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, e/o weekend and rotating holidays**What you will do:*** Position is also responsible for ordering tests into the Laboratory and Hospital (LIS/HIS) computer systems and documenting lab receipt of specimen* Processing of various laboratory specimens.* Receive and scan patient samples into the Laboratory Information System* Centrifuge, aliquot, prepare and deliver specimens for testing either by the in-house laboratory and/or outside reference laboratory (where applicable).* Perform specimen tracking, packaging and order and result entry of specimens.**What you will need:*** Education: High School Diploma* Certification: None* Experience: For Lab Assistant I candidates, demonstrated competency and proficiency in all Lab Assistant I job responsibilities. For external candidates, one (1) year of experience in a comparable healthcare setting* Unique or Preferred Skills: Laboratory, medical, biological and data entry preferred. **Benefits:*** Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance* 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