Clinical Lab Technologist
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- Collect, receive, and process the appropriate specimens (body fluids, blood, urine, swabs, stools, etc.) in a safe, accurate, and professional manner with the proper technique.
- Perform clinical testing using a variety of automated, semi-automated, and/or manual technology as defined by current job assignment.
- Perform quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures to ensure accurate reporting of test results.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance of various equipment.
- Troubleshoot machines and solve technical issues.
- Follow standard precautions at all times.
- Participate in external quality controls like CAP proficiencies and perform laboratory competencies.
- Maintain laboratory documentation and files.
- Display competency in phlebotomy for all age ranges from pediatrics to geriatrics.
- Conduct validation, verification, and correlation of the equipment.
- Communicate effectively to providers, nurses, and colleagues regarding critical values and clinical care.
- Perform in different sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology/PCR, Urinalysis, and Receiving and Processing Specimens.
- Perform operational support functions to facilitate workflow.
- Must be available to work weekends, overnight, and holiday shifts.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology (MT), Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), or Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) OR a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to medical laboratory science along with a Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), or Medical Technology (MT), as recognized by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
- Skills: Microscopic analysis; Proficiency in medical laboratory procedures and the use of medical laboratory instruments; Applied knowledge of Blood Bank theory; Applied chemistry knowledge in the context of a medical laboratory; Microbiology skills; Applied Hematology/Coagulation knowledge in the context of a medical laboratory; Applied Urinalysis knowledge in the context of a medical laboratory; Ability to perform all required skills accurately in an independent capacity.
Skills
- Microscopic analysis;
- Proficiency in medical laboratory procedures and the use of medical laboratory instruments;
- Applied knowledge of Blood Bank theory;
- Applied chemistry knowledge in the context of a medical laboratory;
- Microbiology skills;
- Applied Hematology/Coagulation knowledge in the context of a medical laboratory;
- Applied Urinalysis knowledge in the context of a medical laboratory;
- Ability to perform all required skills accurately in an independent capacity.
Benefits
- 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.
- Retail: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Pay
$67,454.40 - $101,212.80
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Weekend Schedule
Varies
International Assignment
No
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Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post offer placement assessment including a urine drug screen, immunization review and tuberculin (TB) skin testing, if applicable.
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Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post offer placement assessment including a urine drug screen, immunization review and tuberculin (TB) skin testing, if applicable.
Recruitment Fraud
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Reasonable accommodations
Mayo Clinic provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to increase opportunities and eliminate barriers to employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process; to access job postings, to apply for a job, for a job interview, for pre-employment testing, or with the onboarding process, please contact HR Connect at 507-266-0440 or 888-266-0440.
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