Medical Lab Assistant - Specimen Processing & Data Entry

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,517,000 - 71,317,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rush benefits

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago is seeking a Pathology Lab Support role in the RML Pathology department. The position is full-time and involves 8-hour shifts from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

The work supports laboratory operations by accepting, preparing, and processing specimens, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate data entry and specimen tracking. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent with two years of lab experience or an Associate Degree in Chemistry, Biological

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of lab experience OR an Associate Degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Medical Laboratory Science or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry and adhere to lab procedures.
• Demonstrated teamwork and strong communication in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Accept, prepare, and process specimens and register related data.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Ensure proper PPE usage and follow Rush-approved policies and procedures.
• Deliver specimens to Rush laboratory locations and support bench assignments.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Chemistry or Medical/Lab Science

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago is seeking a Pathology Lab Support role in the RML Pathology department. The position is full-time and involves 8-hour shifts from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

The work supports laboratory operations by accepting, preparing, and processing specimens, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate data entry and specimen tracking. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent with two years of lab experience or an Associate Degree in Chemistry, Biological