Clinical Lab Assistant

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens into the laboratory information system (LIS) and ensure accurate data entry.
• Input and retrieve laboratory results within the hospital computer system.
• Distribute specimens to the appropriate testing areas and ensure correct sample types, containers, and volumes.
• Perform waived testing under the direction of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS).
• Communicate specimen rejections and critical or notifiable results to appropriate clinical personnel.
• Collaborate with lab staff, nurses, and providers to ensure excellent patient care.
• Manage laboratory phone calls, triage inquiries, and coordinate courier pickups.
• Maintain laboratory records, including refrigerator temperatures and QC/QA logs.
• Perform phlebotomy and other specimen collections as required by department standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a general laboratory setting.
• Previous experience in specimen processing.
• Experience in phlebotomy.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and lifecycle benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness programs.
• 401(k) matching.
• Resources to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

About the Company

Northwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, driven by a patient-first approach. We pride ourselves on cultivating a positive workplace where every interaction makes a difference in the quest for better healthcare.