Lab Assistant - Actalent
Streamwood, IL
About the Job
Job Title: Lab Assistant
Job Description
This role requires handling urine, blood, and fecal samples, so candidates must be comfortable working with all three. Lab Assistants will open and sort samples, collect samples, input information into the laboratory information system (LIS), verify patient information, cut and coat kit samples, label and prep samples for the technicians, and enter data into the system once testing is complete. Responsibilities include receiving and quarantining specimen packages, checking specimens for acceptance criteria, separating and coding non-testable specimens, assisting in strip manufacturing duties, receiving and logging laboratory supplies, manually entering and verifying laboratory results, and notifying supervisors of any deviations from procedures.
Hard Skills
+ Sample Preparation
+ Inspection
+ Labeling
+ Pipetting
+ Data Entry
+ Accessioning
Job Type
This is a contract position with a duration of 6 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position
Work Environment
Shift: 2nd shift starting at 12 pm. Required to work Tuesday - Saturday during busy weeks. Initial training will be Monday to Friday from 8 am - 5 pm, transitioning to Tuesday-Saturday 12 pm - 8:30 pm when volumes increase.
Environment: Office building with a call center, laboratory, and clerical center. Dress Attire: Long pants, T-shirt, closed-toed shoes, and lab coats when handling specimens.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
+ Hiring diverse talent
+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Job Description
This role requires handling urine, blood, and fecal samples, so candidates must be comfortable working with all three. Lab Assistants will open and sort samples, collect samples, input information into the laboratory information system (LIS), verify patient information, cut and coat kit samples, label and prep samples for the technicians, and enter data into the system once testing is complete. Responsibilities include receiving and quarantining specimen packages, checking specimens for acceptance criteria, separating and coding non-testable specimens, assisting in strip manufacturing duties, receiving and logging laboratory supplies, manually entering and verifying laboratory results, and notifying supervisors of any deviations from procedures.
Hard Skills
+ Sample Preparation
+ Inspection
+ Labeling
+ Pipetting
+ Data Entry
+ Accessioning
Job Type
This is a contract position with a duration of 6 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position
Work Environment
Shift: 2nd shift starting at 12 pm. Required to work Tuesday - Saturday during busy weeks. Initial training will be Monday to Friday from 8 am - 5 pm, transitioning to Tuesday-Saturday 12 pm - 8:30 pm when volumes increase.
Environment: Office building with a call center, laboratory, and clerical center. Dress Attire: Long pants, T-shirt, closed-toed shoes, and lab coats when handling specimens.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
+ Hiring diverse talent
+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Source : Actalent