Lab Assistant - MCL

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSAs/FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic Laboratories is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support specimen receipt, processing, and clerical duties. The role requires careful handling of biological samples and accurate data entry using multiple systems. The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, and 1-2 years of medical experience is preferred. Eligible candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of fast-paced work with good

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years medical experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling.
• Must be organized, able to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good written and oral communication skills; ability to work independently or in a team.
• All applicants must attach a resume; internal applicants must attach recent performance appraisals.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and process biological specimens (blood, urine).
• Perform pre-analytic processing and storage; maintain supply inventory and filing.
• Operate and interact with multiple computer information systems daily; handle shipments.
• Adhere to strict safety policies when handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents.

Skills

Laboratory knowledge

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Label reading

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

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.

Why Mayo Clinic

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.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Ready to make a global impact through innovation and discovery? Mayo Clinic Laboratories is transforming the future of diagnostics by combining world-class expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to exceptional patient care. As a global leader in laboratory medicine, we partner with healthcare organizations around the world to provide specialized testing and diagnostic insights that improve outcomes for millions of patients.

Join a team that is aggressively pursuing new opportunities, strengthening strategic partnerships, and driving innovations that will define the future of healthcare through 2030 and beyond.

The laboratory assistant is responsible for biological (e.g. blood, urine) specimen receipt, identification verification, processing and storage. The laboratory assistant is also responsible for performing a variety of clerical, pre-analytic processing, and other laboratory duties that include maintaining supply inventory, filing, stocking, receiving shipments, and cleaning. The laboratory assistant works with various computer information systems on a daily basis.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship/we will not transfer or sponsor a visa for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F1 STEM OPT extension program.

2-year Commitment To The Role Is Required.

"During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member, and you will be notified of next steps."

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory functions, medical terminology, a background in science and 1-2 years medical experience is preferred, but not required.
• Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations and other office equipment desired.
• 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.
• 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.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $20.00 - $24.75/ hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Variable shifts - Days, evenings, nights.

Weekend Schedule

Variable shifts - Days, evenings, nights.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.