Lab Processing Assistant- Genomics Extraction Core

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Laboratory Processing Assistant to support patient testing in the laboratory team. The role focuses on pre-analytic specimen processing, data entry of test orders, and operating a variety of laboratory and office equipment while ensuring accurate patient identification.

The position involves handling high-volume phone inquiries about testing information, managing reagent preparation, inventory, and training teammates. OnDemand interview steps may be part of the process.

Qualifications

• Pre-analytic specimen processing is required.
• Ability to operate a range of laboratory and office equipment.
• Accurate data entry and high-volume phone support.
• Maintain accuracy in patient identification and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytic specimen processing.
• Operate laboratory and office equipment.
• Enter test orders and respond to calls for testing information.
• Ensure correct patient identification on specimens and resolve related issues.
• Prepare complex reagents as needed.
• Manage work unit supply inventory.
• Operate automated systems.
• Provide training to others.

Skills

Specimen processing

Data entry

Equipment operation

Inventory management

Training others

Tools

Automated systems

Job description

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.

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*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. **