Lab Processing Assistant - Central Processing Lab

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

2d

About The Position

Lab Processing Assistants perform pre-analytic specimen processing, operates a variety of laboratory and office equipment, enters information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and may respond to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information. Is responsible for ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation and resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues. They are an integral part of the laboratory team providing support in patient testing. May perform complex reagent preparation, manage work unit supply inventory, operate automated systems and provide training to others. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

• Associate's degree OR High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.
• All applicants must attach a resume to be considered for this position.
• Internal applications must attach their three most recent performance appraisals to be considered for this position.
• Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling.
• Must be organized, able to prioritize and work in a fast paced environment.
• Must possess good human relations skills and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Must be able to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, and weekend work assignments.
• Requires the ability to be attentive to details and to adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectious agents.

Nice To Haves

• Associate 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 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
• Resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues
• Provide support in patient testing
• 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
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees