Lead Lab Assistant - Specimen Operations

Mayo Clinic Job Opportunity

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:

• Assisting and working cooperatively with the management team in managing the duties and activities of the work unit.
• Facilitating the workflow by performing a variety of clerical and processing duties that include inventory, filing, stocking and rotating inventory.
• Involved in training and continuing education of staff.
• Requires a mature individual who is able to maintain confidentiality of employee concerns and issues.
• 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.
• Integral part of the laboratory team providing support in patient testing.
• May perform complex reagent preparation, manage work unit supply inventory and operate automated systems.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree OR High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years' work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.
• Associate degree in a health or science field preferred.
• 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.

Exemption Status: Nonexempt

Compensation Detail: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.79 per hour.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Schedule: Full Time

Hours/Pay Period: 80

Schedule Details: Monday - Friday; 3:30 pm - Midnight, Flexibility based on operational needs

Weekend Schedule: Not scheduled. Flexibility based on operational needs.

International Assignment: No

Site Description: Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.

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.