Clerical Lab Assistant (Summer Employee)

MNGI•Minneapolis, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) summer employee position for a Clerical Lab Assistant. The role is based in the Pathology Lab in Northeast Minneapolis. The position involves various clerical and supportive tasks within the lab environment, including sample accessioning, answering phones, generating reports, ordering supplies, and preparing patient materials for send-outs. The company emphasizes a 'Culture of Caring' with values of Compassion, Teamwork, and Integrity.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Computer experience required.
Knowledge of laboratory tests.
Knowledge of customer service.
Knowledge of word processing and/or other computer applications.
Good organizational skill.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to multitask and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to walk, sit, stand, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
Ability to talk and hear.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to lift and transport items up to 10 pounds occasionally.
Employees may be required to travel to other company locations due to staffing and training needs.

Nice To Haves

Previous lab experience preferred.
Experience with EMR and LIS.

Responsibilities

Accession tissue samples received in the laboratory.
Assist with answering phones and getting the door when deliveries arrive.
Assist with the generation of various Pathology reports.
Task pathology reports to ordering physicians.
Order supplies.
Direct MNGI staff to the proper personnel when they have issues or concerns.
Prepare and coordinate send outs of patient materials (tissue blocks, slides) to other facilities.
Any and all other duties as assigned.