Lab Assistant- DLMP - Serology

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

3d • $20 - $25

About The Position

The laboratory assistant is responsible for receiving, verifying identification for, 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 vacancy is not eligible for visa sponsorship or 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 another position within Mayo Clinic.

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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, and weekend work assignments.
• Attention to detail and adherence to strict safety requirements when handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents.
• Foreign-trained laboratory personnel must provide, at their own expense, a detailed high school equivalency evaluation that includes a U.S.-equivalent degree.
• DLMP employees who have been in their current lab or position for less than two years must attach early-release approval from their supervisor. Non-DLMP internal applicants who have been in their current department or position for less than one year must attach early-release approval from their supervisor.
• The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer; Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
• Employees must complete two years in the position before becoming eligible to transfer to another Mayo Clinic position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of laboratory functions, medical terminology, or a science background.
• One to two years of medical experience; preferred but not required.
• Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations, and other office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify identification for, process, and store biological specimens such as blood and urine.
• Perform clerical and pre-analytic processing duties.
• Maintain supply inventory, file, stock supplies, receive shipments, and clean.
• Use various computer information systems daily.

Benefits

• Medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefit plans.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED