Part-Time Anatomic Pathology Lab Assistant — Impactful Lab Work

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, IL, is seeking an Anatomic Pathology Lab Assistant for a part-time, 20-hour-per-week position. You will perform test procedures in a Clinical Laboratory and relay results to physicians for patient care.

Responsibilities include receiving specimens, accessioning, and assisting with histology/cytology prep, while adhering to CAP guidelines and safety procedures. A strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience using Windows-based software.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Receive and accession specimens, verify acceptance criteria.
• Maintain CAP guidelines and track specimen retention.
• Prepare and stain NGYN cytology and surgical specimens.
• Assist with sectioning, QA, and safety practices.

Skills

Computer literacy

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in related field

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, IL, is seeking an Anatomic Pathology Lab Assistant for a part-time, 20-hour-per-week position. You will perform test procedures in a Clinical Laboratory and relay results to physicians for patient care.

Responsibilities include receiving specimens, accessioning, and assisting with histology/cytology prep, while adhering to CAP guidelines and safety procedures. A strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.