Night Shift Lab Assistant (Per Diem)

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join the Clinical Lab on a per diem basis. The role involves reading, recording, verifying waived tests, and supporting pre-analytic lab processes under CLIA guidelines.

The position requires phlebotomy knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with newborns to geriatrics. Training is provided for waived testing and routine clerical duties.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Minimum 1-year clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• State CPT I or CPT II certification if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
• Current BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical tasks including data entry, filing and telephone communication.
• Greet patients and visitors with courteous telephone etiquette.
• Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory test terminology.
• Performs phlebotomy with proper safety and handling.
• Processes specimens across pathology, microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank (pre-analytic phase).
• Stocks and orders routine supplies.
• Keeps storage areas, trays, centrifuges, and collection areas clean.
• Assists with instrument maintenance and quality control per training.
• Transcribes post-analytic results and assists in pathology as needed.
• Performs waived testing after documented training.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Phlebotomy knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join the Clinical Lab on a per diem basis. The role involves reading, recording, verifying waived tests, and supporting pre-analytic lab processes under CLIA guidelines.

The position requires phlebotomy knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with newborns to geriatrics. Training is provided for waived testing and routine clerical duties.