Laboratory Assistant II

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
19-28 Hourly
Junior
Healthtech • Professional Services
The Role
Processes and handles laboratory specimens, documents specimen information in the Laboratory Information System, prepares specimens for reference-lab transport, maintains equipment and records, manages supplies, follows infection-control and biohazard procedures, and supports regulatory compliance. Provides customer support as a liaison between laboratory staff and healthcare providers. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of phlebotomy or laboratory experience.
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Hourly Pay Range:

$19.31 - $28.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

  • Position: Laboratory Assistant II
  • Location: Swedish Hospital
  • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 6am-2:30pm, rotating weekend and holidays

What you will do:

  • Provide customer support as a liaison between laboratory and providers.
  • Specimen processing and handling according to established guidelines, protocol and procedures.
  • Record and document specimen information in Laboratory Information System.
  • Prepare and track specimen for transport to reference laboratories.
  • Maintain organized records, and are HIPPA compliant.
  • Maintain and clean laboratory equipment.
  • Assist with inventory control and supply ordering.
  • Adhere to all safety protocol and infection control measures, including the proper disposal of biohazardous materials.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards, including CAP.

What you will need:

  • Education: High school Diploma or equivalent
  • Certification: N/A
  • Experience: 1 year phlebotomy or laboratory experience
  • Unique or Preferred Skills: Strong customer service, communicate and organizational skills.

Benefits:

  • Premium pay for eligible employees
  • 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. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.  

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.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. 

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. 

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of phlebotomy or laboratory experience
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
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The Company
27,000 Employees

What We Do

Endeavor Health is a privately owned regional health system formed in 2022 by combining NorthShore University HealthSystem, Edward‑Elmhurst Health, Northwest Community Healthcare and Swedish Hospital. It operates hospitals, outpatient clinics, and integrated care services across the region, providing comprehensive clinical care, population health programs, and patient support services. The organization also centralizes recruitment and job postings through a unified careers portal.

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