Laboratory Assistant - Per Diem

$19.22 - $27.87 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position:
Laboratory Assistant I - Per Diem

Location:

Evanston Hospital
Full Time/Part Time:
Per Diem

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, e/o weekend and roating holidays

• Triage, accession, and process non-gynecologic, gynecologic, and FNA specimen
• Assist with quality control processes and procedures to assure that instruments and reagents meet the required standard of performance
• Performs related clerical and service tasks such as answering phone inquiries from nursing staff and physicians and gives results data as required.
• Maintains a safe work environment by using required protective devices.
• Handles biohazardous materials and chemicals according to established protocol.
• Participate in inventory and ordering management.
• Actively promotes patient satisfaction and customer service values with all staff members.
• Treats patients with respect and care.
• Instructs and encourages coworkers to treat patients and hospital staff courteously.
• Enhances the laboratory image by reacting positively with all customers.
• Support new staff through training and mentorship.
• Ensure quality and compliance through completion and correction of laboratory logs.

Education:

Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Certification: N/A

Experience:

at least one year of laboratory experience

• Basic computer skills, customer service, and laboratory techniques.

• 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
• Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care.

Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.

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