Lab Processing Assistant - Cytology

Mayo Clinic • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Lab Processing Assistant at Mayo Clinic performs pre-analytic specimen processing and operates a variety of laboratory and office equipment. This role involves entering information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and responding to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information. The assistant is responsible for ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation, as well as resolving pre-analytic specimen-related issues. They play an integral part of the laboratory team by providing support in patient testing. Additionally, the position may involve performing complex reagent preparation, managing work unit supply inventory, operating automated systems, and providing training to others.

Requirements

• Associate's degree OR High School diploma or equivalent
• 2 years work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience
• Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling
• Must be organized and able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Good human relations skills and effective communication both orally and in written form
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, and weekend work assignments
• Attention to detail and adherence to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in a health or science field preferred
• Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations, and other office equipment desired

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
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree