Laboratory Assistant

Balance Health • Mt Prospect, IL

5d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED