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Extra Help - Medical Laboratory Assistant I - Surgery

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 13, 2026
Extra Help - Medical Laboratory Assistant I - Surgery Extra Help - Medical Laboratory Assistant I - Surgery This Position is temporary and limited to 900 hours. Hiring Department: Surgery Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1039916 Hours per Week: 40 # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Salary: The rate of pay for this position is $19.91 per hour. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is not eligible for benefits. Position Summary The Surgical Innovation Training Laboratory is seeking a highly organized and customer-focused Extra Help Medical Lab Assistant I to support the day-to-day operations of our laboratory. The ideal candidate will act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, provide administrative assistance, and ensure the efficient functioning of the lab's front desk operations. Schedule includes some weekends when events are scheduled at the laboratory. Duties & Responsibilities Greet and assist visitors, vendors and staff with professionalism and courtesy Answer incoming calls and respond to general inquiries. Manage the lab's front desk paperwork, forms, reports, and documentation. Ensure proper logging and filing of visitor and guest records. Manage lab inventory, ordering supplies when necessary and keeping stock organized. Maintain and monitor lab's schedule, coordinating between vendors and departments. Provide administrative support to the General and Scientific Directors of the SITL Participate in team meetings, assisting with the coordination of special projects or initiatives as needed. Assist with quality control procedures when necessary. Assist with maintaining a clean and safe laboratory environment. Coordinate catering orders for lab-related events, meetings, and special functions. Assist with setting up and cleaning up for events, ensuring that all arrangements are in place. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19291?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-9b0ca248f8696f469a6c6a517eed5adc