Laboratory Assistant

11 hours ago

Mount Prospect, Illinois, United States WEIL FOOT & ANKLE INSTITUTE Full time

 For over 55 years, Weil Foot & Ankle (WFA) has been considered one of the innovative world leaders in enhancing and improving care for foot and ankle medical conditions, sports medicine and clinical programs. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in a patient-focused environment by providing the most advanced and knowledgeable foot and ankle care. WFA has experienced phenomenal growth, and a future dedicated to continued growth. As our family expands, we live and work by our core values: integrity, excellence, trust, caring, tradition, and innovation. 

We are seeking a Part Time Laboratory Assistant to support our Molecular (PCR) laboratory. The position requires consistent, detail-oriented work in specimen handling, sterile aliquoting, electronic order management, and logistical coordination. This part time role ensures the lab maintains timely processing, testing quality, and scalability amid growing test volumes.

Essential Functions

· Sample Processing & Documentation

· Receive and log patient specimens with strict attention to labeling and order accuracy.

· Sterile aliquoting of samples for PCR and AP workflows.

· Maintain accurate records in the EMR system and Excel worksheets.

· Operational Support

· Submit orders electronically and update internal records in real-time.

· Coordinate reference lab shipments and courier schedules.

· Support daily sample routing, sample splitting, and molecular prep tasks.

· Collaborate with lab techs and reference labs to optimize and manage workflows.

· Identify and escalate processing delays to prevent turnaround time interruptions.

· Contribute to shared logistics projects and inter-lab efficiency strategies.


Requirements

 Preferred Skills

  • Prior lab experience preferred (clinical, research, or academic settings).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and EMR systems.
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Dependable, communicative, and collaborative.
  • Comfortable working independently in a high-complexity, fast-paced environment.

 SCHEDULING:  

Monday–Friday, Flexible Day Shift (No Weekends)

Education, Certification/Licensing, and Experience

  •  High school diploma or equivalent 
  • Laboratory safety training (biohazard handling, OSHA regulations)
  • Experience in a clinical or pathology lab

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities required by the employee. Weil Foot & Ankle Institute is proud to be an affirmative action employer and we are committed to an equal opportunity workplace, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, marital status, veteran status or disability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

  • Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
  • Capable lifting and moving lab supplies and equipment (up to 25 lbs).
  • Must follow lab safety and PPE protocols at all times.

AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) SPECIFICATIONS:

Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation to the Director of Human Resources. Upon receipt of an accommodation request, the Director of Human Resources will meet with the requesting individual to discuss and identify the precise limitations resulting from the disability and the potential accommodation that might help overcome those limitations. The Director of Human Resources in conjunction with a medical review (and, if necessary, other appropriate management representatives) will determine the feasibility of the requested accommodation and the impact on the business operation. The Director of Human Resources will inform the qualified individual of the decision about the accommodation request or how to make the accommodation

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