Per Diem Laboratory Assistant II – Microbiology

Edward Elmhurst Health; Highland, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Job summary

Endeavor Health seeks a Laboratory Assistant II - Per Diem at Highland Park Hospital in Highland Park, IL. The role performs routine and complex microbiology assays under supervision, ensuring accuracy through maintenance of instruments and clear communication within the team.

Responsibilities include resolving interdepartmental issues, identifying problems that affect results, and working cooperatively with colleagues.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required.
• Associate's degree in biological science or CLIA requirements preferred for moderate to high complexity testing.
• Able to solve technical and interdepartmental problems with assistance and under supervision.
• Capable of identifying problems that may affect test performance and taking corrective action.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, performs a variety of routine and complex assays in Microbiology.
• Maintains and calibrates multiplex instrumentation systems to ensure accuracy.
• Routinely resolves technical and interdepartmental problems across laboratory areas.
• Identifies problems that may affect performance or reporting and notifies supervisors as needed.
• Demonstrates ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Exhibits good communication and organizational skills.

Skills

Good communication

Team cooperation

Organizational skills

Education

HS Diploma

Associate's degree in biological science

Job description

Endeavor Health seeks a Laboratory Assistant II - Per Diem at Highland Park Hospital in Highland Park, IL. The role performs routine and complex microbiology assays under supervision, ensuring accuracy through maintenance of instruments and clear communication within the team.

Responsibilities include resolving interdepartmental issues, identifying problems that affect results, and working cooperatively with colleagues.