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Laboratory Assistant II

Nevada System of Higher Education·Arlington Heights, Illinois

$19 - $28/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The role involves evaluating and preparing blood, urine, and other specimens for testing at outside laboratories, while also monitoring and ordering necessary laboratory supplies. Responsibilities include accurately recording specimen information and test results in the laboratory information system, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

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: Northwest Community Hospital
  • Part time or
  • Full time: Full time
  • Hours:
  • Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, rotating weekends and holidays

What you will do

Evaluating blood, urine, and other specimens for acceptability for testing at outside laboratories.

Preparing specimens for transport to outside performing laboratories following individual laboratory requirements

Monitoring and placing supply orders for replenishing laboratory supplies from performing lab to ensure adequate inventory of materials for main hospital off-site collection sites and client sites.

Assisting with order interpretation of testing performed by outside laboratories.

Accurately recording and document specimen information, test results, and patient data in laboratory information system.

Maintaining organized records and ensuring data confidentiality and security.

Assisting in the preparation of reports and documentation for regulatory compliance.

Adhering to all safety protocols and infection control measures, including the proper disposal of biohazardous materials.

Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory and accreditation standards, including CLIA and CAP.

Assisting laboratory technologists and scientists with various tasks, including sample preparation, data analysis.

Collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth laboratory operations and workflows.

Maintaining and cleaning laboratory work environment.

What you will need

  • High School Required
  • Certification: NA
  • Experience: 1 Year laboratory experience, with strong understanding of laboratory processes and safety protocols required.
  • Unique or
  • Preferred
  • Skills: Strong customer focused mindset, ability to handle changing priorities and urgent requests, professional phone and email etiquette.

Benefits

  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
  • 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. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org [http://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 [http://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.

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.

EOE

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

Requirements

Candidates must possess a High School education and a minimum of one year of laboratory experience, demonstrating a strong understanding of laboratory processes and safety protocols. Preferred skills include a customer-focused mindset, the ability to manage changing priorities, and professional communication etiquette.

  • high school
  • Data Recording
  • Data Analysis
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Safety Protocols
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Infection Control
  • Document Management
  • Sample Preparation
  • Supply Ordering
  • Customer Focused Mindset
  • CLIA Compliance
  • Data Confidentiality
  • Specimen Evaluation
  • CAP Compliance
  • Order Interpretation
  • Biohazardous Material Disposal

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $28/hr
Location
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Posted
Mar 4, 2026
Application
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Nevada System of Higher Education

The Nevada System of Higher Education, comprised of two doctoral-granting universities, a state college, four comprehensive community colleges and one environmental research institute, serves the educational and job training needs of Nevada. NSHE provides educational...

Salary listed on 650 jobs
IndustryHigher Education
TypeEducational
Size201-500 employees
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In Illinois, Laboratory Assistant II roles are typically driven by steady demand in clinical and diagnostic settings where accurate specimen handling and reporting matter. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry, prior clinical lab experience, and strong visual attention for color-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight lab accuracy and hands-on experience.

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