Lab Processing Assistant - AS Pathology Accessioning

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN is hiring a Lab Processing Assistant to perform pre-analytic specimen processing and operate a range of laboratory and office equipment. You will enter data and test orders, and help ensure patient identification accuracy within a busy lab team.

The role requires an associate degree or high school diploma with at least 2 years of related experience; additional health/science education is preferred. This is a non-visa sponsorship position with standard daytime hours.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of related work experience.
• Additional qualifications include an associate degree in health or science preferred.
• Ability to read specimen labels and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytic specimen processing and operate laboratory and office equipment.
• Enter information and test orders into the laboratory computer system; respond to inquiries.
• Ensure correct patient identification and support training and inventory management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or high school diploma

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.

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

Performs 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.

Visit the Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Lina discussing her role as a Lab Processing Assistant at Mayo Clinic.

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**

Qualifications

To be considered for this position you must have an associate degree orhigh school diploma/GEDand 2 years of work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.

Additional Qualifications

• An associate degree in a health or science field preferred.
• Lab assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to be attentive to details and adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectiousagents.
• Must be organized andhave the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-pacedenvironment.
• Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to preventmislabeling.
• 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 workassignments.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.00 - $26.44/ hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday 8:00 am -5:00 pm

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.