Lab Assistant - Mayo Clinic Laboratories - Various Schedules

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

The laboratory assistant supports Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ diagnostic operations by receiving biological specimens such as blood and urine, verifying specimen identification, and processing and storing specimens. The role also performs clerical, pre-analytic processing, and other laboratory duties, including maintaining supply inventory, filing, stocking, receiving shipments, and cleaning. The position 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 role must complete two years in the position before becoming eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic. Applicants may participate in an optional OnDemand, pre-recorded interview during the selection process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling.
• Organization, prioritization, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communication.
• 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.
• Internationally or foreign-trained applicants must provide a detailed equivalency evaluation showing a U.S.-equivalent degree, completed by a NACES-member or AICE-listed organization; the applicant is responsible for the evaluation cost.
• Eligible internal applicants who have been in their current lab/position less than two years, or current department/position less than one year for non-DLMP applicants, must attach early-release approval from their supervisor.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of laboratory functions and medical terminology.
• Science background.
• One to two years of medical experience.
• Previous experience or knowledge of computers, keyboarding, telephone operations, and other office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive biological specimens, including blood and urine.
• Verify specimen identification.
• Process and store specimens.
• Perform clerical and pre-analytic processing duties.
• Maintain supply inventory, file, stock, receive shipments, and clean.
• Use various computer information systems on a daily basis.
• Handle chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents in accordance with strict safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

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