Education Specialist-Blood Bank

Mayo Clinic • Jacksonville, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for proactive identification of and planning for department, laboratory and work unit education and training needs in collaboration with leadership. Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of educational and training programs for medical trainees (residents, fellows, post docs, etc.), students, interns and allied health staff in compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. Participates as clinical education faculty in formal education programs within the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences (MCSHS) as assigned. Teaches, trains and mentors students and other education personnel/employees. Maintains knowledge and skills in laboratory/work area specialty and in education methodologies. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in biological, chemical, or laboratory science from an accredited institution and NAACLS approved clinical laboratory training program and national certification.
• A minimum of three years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience.
• ASCP or other national certification pertinent to the laboratory field is required by Florida licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in teaching, training and mentoring students and employees.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal).
• Strong organizational skills and self-initiative.
• Patience and the ability to effectively coach and mentor others.
• Experience in developing education and training programs.
• Experience with data collection, organization, analysis, and delivery of information.
• Specialty certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Proactive identification of and planning for department, laboratory and work unit education and training needs in collaboration with leadership.
• Development, implementation and maintenance of educational and training programs for medical trainees (residents, fellows, post docs, etc.), students, interns and allied health staff in compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Participation as clinical education faculty in formal education programs within the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences (MCSHS) as assigned.
• Teaching, training and mentoring students and other education personnel/employees.
• Maintaining knowledge and skills in laboratory/work area specialty and in education methodologies.
• Data collection, organization, analysis, and delivery of information.
• Working as a team member including taking direction from others.
• Working independently.
• Managing projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level