Lab Specimen Processor- Nights

Position

Full‑time, 40 hours per week, night shift Lab Specimen Processor at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield.

Hourly rate: $19.17 - $26.84. Placement within the salary range is dependent on relevant work experience and internal equity. For union‑represented positions, placement follows the collective bargaining agreement.

The Lab Specimen Processor supports the mission of Northwestern Medicine by receiving, processing, labeling, distributing specimens, and performing non‑high complexity testing as required. The role requires a thorough understanding of laboratory specimens and the HIS/LIS computer systems, and includes customer service and clerical duties as the job dictates.

• Receive, process, label, and distribute specimen samples efficiently and accurately.
• Perform non‑high complexity testing in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of laboratory specimen handling and HIS/LIS computer systems.
• Provide customer service and complete clerical duties as required by the job.

• Maintain organization of work while multi‑tasking.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Must be able to follow instructions.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part‑time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part‑time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part‑time)
• $250 Well‑Being Fund per year ($125 for part‑time)
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual employee salary increase and incentive bonus
• Paid time off and holiday pay

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Background checks, including criminal history, are performed for new hires and occasional internal transfers. Applicants must complete an authorization and disclosure form to allow the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with all applicable laws.

Artificial Intelligence tools may be utilized during the candidate review process for this position, but all employment decisions will ultimately be made by a person.

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exceptions may apply for new Graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position, depending on the job family.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

• Wellness and Fitness Services
• Hospitals and Health Care