Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Mayo Clinic•Austin, MN

183d

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Responsibilities

Collect, receive, and process the appropriate specimens (body fluids, blood, urine, swabs, stools, etc.) in a safe, accurate, and professional manner with the proper technique.
Perform clinical testing using a variety of automated, semi-automated, and/or manual technology as defined by current job assignment.
Perform quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures to ensure accurate reporting of test results.
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance of various equipment.
Troubleshoot machines and solve technical issues.
Follow standard precautions at all times.
Participate in external quality controls like CAP proficiencies and perform laboratory competencies.
Maintain laboratory documentation and files.
Display competency in phlebotomy for all age ranges from pediatrics to geriatrics.
Conduct validation, verification, and correlation of the equipment.
Communicate effectively to providers, nurses, and colleagues regarding critical values and clinical care.
Perform in different sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology/PCR, Urinalysis, and Receiving and Processing Specimens.
Perform operational support functions to facilitate workflow.
Must be available to work weekends, overnight, and holiday shifts.