Duly Health and Care·Lockport, Illinois
The Laboratory Assistant performs general laboratory processing, including accessioning surgical pathology and cytology cases and maintaining equipment. They are also responsible for inventory management, specimen retrieval, and ensuring a safe, orderly work environment.
Under the Laboratory Director's or Supervisor's general supervision, the Histology Laboratory Assistant performs Laboratory procedures in General Laboratory processing and any other duties under the direction of a laboratory supervisor.
The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $16.30-24.50/hr, with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.
Candidates must be high school graduates or equivalent, with an associate degree in biological or life sciences preferred. At least one year of experience and knowledge of medical terminology are required.
Market context
Laboratory assistant roles in Illinois are often tied to steady patient-testing needs, with PRN coverage helping labs manage variable volumes and staffing gaps. This role can be competitive because employers look for reliable patient-care focus, flexibility for on-call scheduling, and consistency with PRN shift expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm you can meet the one-shift-every-three-months PRN requirement before applying.
