Lab Processing Assistant - Genomics Culture Lab

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 36,423; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

Pre-tax savings: HSA/FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN is seeking a Laboratory Processing Assistant to support patient testing in the laboratory team. You will perform pre-analytic processing, operate lab and office equipment, and manage test orders and patient identifiers with accuracy and efficiency.

You will handle reagent preparation, inventory, and assist in training others while complying with safety standards. This role requires flexibility to accommodate scheduling, including weekends, and offers growth within

Qualifications

• Associate degree or high school diploma/GED with 2 years of related lab experience.
• Able to read specimen labels and adhere to safety requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.

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 handling high call volumes
• Ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and resolving pre-analytic issues
• Performing complex reagent preparation
• Managing work unit supply inventory
• Operating automated systems
• Providing training to others

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Team player

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in health or science

High school diploma or GED

Lab assistant experience preferred

Tools

Laboratory computer system

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

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
• 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

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.

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.

Qualifications

An associate degree or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.

Additional Qualifications

• 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 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.

Application Requirements

• 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

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.00 - $26.44/ hour; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Wednesday-Saturday 8:00am-6:30pm

Weekend Schedule

Every Saturday

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.

Recruiter

Rhonda Wilson