Lab Processing Tech I - Central Processing

About the role

Tech I performs specimen receiving, processing, transport/delivery/distribution, and storage. Prepares specimens for diagnostic and prognostic analyses and testing. Delivers specimens to testing areas as needed. Operates a variety of manual and automated laboratory and office equipment and programs, enters information, performs order entry, troubleshooting, and retrieves and verifies patient collection data and patient special notations using appropriate laboratory and electronic health systems and other applications. Ensures and maintains positive patient identification throughout all processes and performs all job duties and responsibilities in a safe, accurate and professional manner. Resolves pre-analytic specimen-related issues in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs). May process, prepare, and ship specimens for transport to internal Mayo Clinic lab sites and referral labs.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen receiving, processing, transport/delivery/distribution, and storage.
• Prepares specimens for diagnostic and prognostic analyses and testing.
• Delivers specimens to testing areas as needed.
• Operates a variety of manual and automated laboratory and office equipment and programs, enters information, performs order entry, troubleshooting, and retrieves and verifies patient collection data and patient special notations using appropriate laboratory and electronic health systems and other applications.
• Ensures and maintains positive patient identification throughout all processes and performs all job duties and responsibilities in a safe, accurate and professional manner.
• Solves pre-analytic specimen-related issues in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• May process, prepare, and ship specimens for transport to internal Mayo Clinic lab sites and referral labs.
• May prepare and ship mail out kits.
• May perform reagent preparation and handling, assist with supply inventory and stocking operate automated systems, provide training to others, clerical, processing, filing, receiving shipments, cleaning, and other job-related duties as assigned.
• Maintains strict safety requirements for laboratory protocols and handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents.
• Aids in consultant specimen retrieval, responds to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing/order information or add-ons, and participates in assigned quality or other lab projects as needed.
• Performs duties in a professional and ethical manner. Demonstrates professional communication skills as well as proper technique and etiquette for answering the telephone and providing information.
• Must be able to learn and utilize multiple computer systems.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year specimen processing and handling, accessioning, clinical lab, and/or other relevant lab or clinical experience.
• Associate's degree in a health or science related field preferred.
• Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, lab automation, medical terminology, telephone operations and other office equipment, and prior exposure to clinical lab environment preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year specimen processing and handling, accessioning, clinical lab, and/or other relevant lab or clinical experience.
• Associate's degree in a health or science related field preferred.
• Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, lab automation, medical terminology, telephone operations and other office equipment, and prior exposure to clinical lab environment preferred.

Skills

• Ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Attention to detail is essential.

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

$20.00 - $25.59/ hour

Schedule

Full Time
Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM–7:30 PM

International Assignment

No

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