Tech III - Lab Processing - Microbiology

Mayo Clinic; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix seeks a dedicated laboratory support professional to perform pre-analytic specimen receiving and processing with strict safety practices. You will assist with blood issuing, distribution, and moderate complexity testing within a team-oriented environment.

The role requires strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and experience in clinical lab settings; the schedule includes Weekdays 10am–6:30pm and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; minimum 3 years specimen processing/clinical lab experience.
• Associate's degree in health or science; 2 years experience in a clinical laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Routinely performs advanced or moderately complex pre-analytic specimen receiving and processing using proper safety procedures.
• Assist in blood issuing and distribution, perform moderate complexity testing and pre-analytic work in specialized laboratory areas.
• Maintain and document send-out lab requisitions and billing; train new team members or colleagues needing assistance.
• Triages specimens according to level of complexity and patient history; prepare and package mail-out kits.
• Respond to inquiries; use multiple computer systems and electronic health records; ensure patient identification.
• Work schedule may include off-shifts, holidays and weekends.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree in health or science

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

Routinely performs advanced or moderately complex pre-analytic specimen receiving and processing using proper safety procedures in an accurate and ethical manner. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: assisting in blood issuing and distribution process, performing moderate complexity testing and pre-analytical work in specialized laboratory areas demonstrating proper safety procedures including sterile technique. Performs specimen receipt, identification verification, processing, and storage, processes and prepares any specimens to send-out to referral labs, using lab automation, prepares and packages all mail out kits, while maintaining positive patient identification throughout the process. Maintains and documents send-out lab requisitions and billing, actively partners in the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs), trains new team members or other colleagues needing assistance, assists consultants with specimen collection and research, triages specimens according to level of complexity and patient history, performs complex to moderately complex reagent preparation, and may participate in maintaining work unit supply inventory levels. Additional responsibilities include Performs order entry/troubleshooting in the laboratory computer system and electronic health record. Consistently retrieves and verifies patient identification on specimens using appropriate sources, conducts resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues. May respond to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing/order information or add-ons. Must be able to learn and utilize multiple computer systems and have the ability to deal effectively with people in stressful situations. Works with minimal supervision and attention to detail is essential. Must be able to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, and weekend work assignments. Other job-related duties as assigned.

• This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required (G.E.D.). Minimum of 3 years of specimen processing and handling, accessioning, clinical lab, lab testing, and/or other relevant experience.

Additional Qualifications

Associate's degree in a health or science related field and 2 years’ experience in a clinical laboratory preferred. Demonstrated aptitude for working in a laboratory or interest in biologic or chemical sciences and the ability to carry out facility operations independently as well as in a team environment. Must demonstrate organizational ability and follow directions accurately. Demonstrates professional communication skills as well as proper technique and etiquette for answering the telephone and providing information. Must be able to multi-task and be very detailed-oriented and perform troubleshooting and problem resolution. Must demonstrate computer skills, familiarity with electronic health record and lab information systems, knowledge of medical terminology, and prior exposure to clinical medicine and/or pathology environments.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Compensation range is $23.29 -$33.36 / hr. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Weekdays, 10am - 6:30pm.

Weekend Schedule

Rotating weekends

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.