Lab Processing Assistant - Central Processing Lab

Mayo Career Site US • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

The position involves performing pre-analytic specimen processing and operating a variety of laboratory and office equipment. The individual will enter information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and may respond to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information. Ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation, as well as resolving pre-analytic specimen-related issues, is a key responsibility. The role is integral to the laboratory team, providing support in patient testing. Additional responsibilities may include performing complex reagent preparation, managing work unit supply inventory, operating automated systems, and providing training to others.

Requirements

• Ability to perform pre-analytic specimen processing
• Experience operating laboratory and office equipment
• Proficiency in entering information and test orders into a computer system
• Strong communication skills to handle high volume phone calls
• Attention to detail for correct patient identification and documentation
• Problem-solving skills for resolving specimen-related issues

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytic specimen processing
• Operate a variety of laboratory and office equipment
• Enter information and test orders into the laboratory computer system
• Respond to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information
• Ensure correct patient identification on specimens and documentation
• Resolve pre-analytic specimen-related issues
• Perform complex reagent preparation
• Manage work unit supply inventory
• Operate automated systems
• Provide training to others

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees