Lab Assistant - Mayo Clinic Laboratories - Various Schedules
About The Position
The laboratory assistant is responsible for receiving, identifying, processing, and storing biological specimens such as blood and urine. The role also performs clerical, pre-analytic processing, and other laboratory duties, including maintaining supply inventory, filing, stocking, receiving shipments, and cleaning. The laboratory assistant uses various computer information systems daily. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer, and Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Employees hired into this position must complete two years in the role before becoming eligible to transfer to other Mayo Clinic positions. The selection process may include an OnDemand, pre-recorded interview. Applicants must include a resume. Internal applicants must also include their three most recent performance appraisals. Internationally or foreign-trained applicants must provide a detailed equivalency evaluation showing a U.S.-equivalent degree, completed by an organization listed with NACES or AICE, at the applicant's expense. Certain internal applicants who have not met specified time-in-position requirements must provide early-release approval from their supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling.
- Organized, able to prioritize, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good human relations skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holidays, and weekends.
- Attention to detail and adherence to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents.
- Applicants must attach a resume; internal applicants must also attach their three most recent performance appraisals.
- International/foreign-trained applicants must provide a detailed equivalency evaluation showing a U.S.-equivalent degree from a NACES- or AICE-listed organization, at their own expense.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of laboratory functions, medical terminology, or a science background.
- One to two years of medical experience.
- Previous experience or knowledge of computers, keyboarding, telephone operations, and other office equipment.
Responsibilities
- Receive, identify, process, and store biological specimens, including blood and urine.
- Perform clerical and pre-analytic processing duties and other laboratory tasks.
- Maintain supply inventory, file, stock supplies, receive shipments, and clean.
- Use various computer information systems on a daily basis.
- Accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling.
- Follow strict safety requirements when handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents.
Benefits
- Medical plans with multiple options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- Health savings account and flexible spending accounts for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
