Laboratory Processing Assistant - AP Digital Scanning

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

As a Laboratory Processing Assistant (LPA), you will be an integral part of the laboratory team providing support in patient testing. You will be responsible for the following responsibilities. Performing pre-analytic specimen processing Visit the Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Lina discussing her role as a Lab Processing Assistant at Mayo Clinic. Individuals hired to this position will be required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to apply to other positions within Mayo Clinic. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

• An associate degree or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.
• Ability to be attentive to details and adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectious agents.
• Must be organized and have the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling.
• Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations, and other office equipment.
• 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.
• All must be included for your application to be considered: CV/Resume Cover letter Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals. DLMP employees that have been in current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor. Non-DLMP internal applicants that have been in their current department/position for less than 1 year must attach early release approval from supervisor. International transcript: MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation. MUST show US equivalent degree. Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a health or science field preferred.
• Lab assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing pre-analytic specimen processing
• Operating a variety of laboratory and office equipment
• Entering information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and responding to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information
• Ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation and resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues
• Performing complex reagent preparation
• Managing work unit supply inventory
• Operating automated systems
• Providing training to others
• Actively partnering with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Performing pre-analytic specimen processing

What This Job Offers

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