Clinical Lab - QA Processing Clerk, Evenings

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

MacNeal Hospital, located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access from I290 and I55.

Come be a part of the transformation happening at Loyola Medicine. New state of the art Regional Clinical Laboratory. The new lab enables greater operational efficiencies, improved turnaround times to support future growth and expansion into emerging technologies and lab testing methodologies.

Our Vision

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.

Hours:

• Evenings

• 2:30pm - 10:30pm

• M-F Rotating weekends and holidays among team

• Area: Core Clinical Laboratory- Specimen Processing

• Location: MacNeal Hospital, Berwyn, IL

About the Job

In this role, the QA Processing Clerk receives and distributes specimens to the appropriate laboratory section. Processes and prepares specimens for testing and send out. Produces reports for faxing or delivery as needed and communicates appropriate information to the health care team. Ensure accurate registration and placement of test orders with all information required.

Here's what you'll do

Operations

• Manages contracts and LIS registrations; maintains documentation.
• Accurately places patient orders and verifies patient identity.
• Labels and processes specimens appropriately, including send-outs to reference labs.
• Assesses specimen acceptability and supports cost containment efforts.

Customer Service

• Creates a patient-centered, caring environment.
• Builds positive relationships with staff and departments.
• Answers calls promptly and courteously; communicates results and collection details clearly.

Reporting

• Prints, reviews, and distributes computer reports; resolves issues and makes corrections.

Materials Management

• Maintains adequate supply levels in assigned areas.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensures safety and adherence to hospital policies.
• Maintains quality assurance and reports concerns.
• Meets all competency requirements, including population-specific standards.

Here is what you'll need

Required: 

• High School Diploma 

• Less than one year of previous job-related experience 

Perks & Benefit

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)

• Daily Pay (NEW)

• Competitive Shift Differentials 

• Career Development

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• 403(b) with Employer Match

• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)

• Referral Rewards

• Perks Program

Our Promise to You

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities

• We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Pay Range: $20.00 – $26.00 per hour 

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. 

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.