Laboratory Service Technician -(Part Time Night Shift)

Mayo Clinic•Jacksonville, FL

58d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
One year in a patient care setting performing venous access and specimen processing OR National Certification in Phlebotomy OR phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation required.
Successful candidates must be adaptable, well organized, work independently as well as with a team, and have good interpersonal skills when working with physicians, co-workers, and patients.
Demonstrated ability to accurately read specimen labels and follow standard operating procedures with meticulous attention to detail.
Capable of doing general troubleshooting and problem-solving regarding laboratory procedures.
Physical ability required for lifting and long periods of standing.
Good hearing and verbal communication skills needed.
Must be able to distinguish colors.
Must exercise caution to avoid potential exposure to hazards.
Works flexible hours to meet workload demands and accommodate schedule changes.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; Also, this position DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
A resume needs to be included for your application to be considered.
Foreign trained lab personnel provide a detailed equivalency High School evaluation to include US equivalent degree at the applicant's expense.

Nice To Haves

Two-year degree preferred.
Certification as a Medical Assistant considered

Responsibilities

Functions as a professional interdisciplinary team member that performs a wide range of services in clinic and hospital based laboratories such as specimen collection, specimen processing, waived point of care laboratory testing, and a variety of other services unique to the individual work area.
Responsible for blood and body fluid specimen receipt, identification verification, processing, shipping and storage.
Facilitates the collection and processing of large volumes of specimens for multiple laboratory testing sites and accurately prepares lab specimens and containers with reagents as required for the ordered testing.
Interacts with the patient, family, physicians, allied health staff, and visitors as a representative of the laboratory team.
Uses critical thinking skills to troubleshoot issues and prioritize workload in response to the specific needs of numerous requests.
Ensures all services are carried out according to established directions and guidelines.
Uses various computer information systems on a daily basis and participates in quality control programs.
Will assist with training and educating new employees and students.