Lab Service Tech (Part Time Days)

About the role

The Phlebotomist - Laboratory Support Service Tech (LSST) functions as a professional interdisciplinary team member that performs a wide range of services in clinic and hospital-based laboratories such as specimen collection, specimen processing, waived point of care laboratory testing, and a variety of other services unique to the individual work area. The LSST is responsible for blood and body fluid specimen receipt, identification verification, processing, shipping and storage. They facilitate the collection and processing of large volumes of specimens for multiple laboratory testing sites and accurately prepare lab specimens and containers with reagents as required for the ordered testing. LSST staff interact with the patient, family, physicians, allied health staff, and visitors as a representative of the laboratory team. LSST staff use critical thinking skills to troubleshoot issues and prioritize workload in response to the specific needs of numerous requests. They ensure all services are carried out according to established directions and guidelines. They use various computer information systems on a daily basis and participate in quality control programs. They will assist with training and educating new employees and students.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of services in clinic and hospital-based laboratories such as specimen collection, specimen processing, waived point of care laboratory testing, and a variety of other services unique to the individual work area.
• Facilitates the collection and processing of large volumes of specimens for multiple laboratory testing sites and accurately prepare lab specimens and containers with reagents as required for the ordered testing.
• Interacts with the patient, family, physicians, allied health staff, and visitors as a representative of the laboratory team.
• Uses critical thinking skills to troubleshoot issues and prioritize workload in response to the specific needs of numerous requests.
• Ensures all services are carried out according to established directions and guidelines.
• Uses various computer information systems on a daily basis and participates in quality control programs.
• Affords assistance with training and educating new employees and students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year degree preferred.
• One of the following: One year in a patient care setting performing venous access and specimen processing OR National Certification in Phlebotomy OR phlebotomy program with a clinical rotation required.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant considered.

Requirements

Adaptable, well organized, works independently as well as with a team, and has good interpersonal skills when working with physicians, co-workers, and patients. Demonstrated ability to accurately read specimen labels and follow standard operating procedures with meticulous attention to detail. Capable of doing general troubleshooting and problem-solving regarding laboratory procedures. Physical ability required for lifting and long periods of standing. Good hearing and verbal communication skills needed. Must be able to distinguish colors. Must exercise caution to avoid potential exposure to hazards. Works flexible hours to meet workload demands and accommodate schedule changes.

Schedule

Part Time
Hours/Pay Period: 40
Schedule Details: Saturday and Sunday 6AM-4:30PM
Weekend Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 6AM-4:30PM
Holidays: 7am-12pm

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Pay

$20.00- $23.93 / hour

International Assignment

No

Site Description

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 "EEO 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.

Recruiter

Mary Ricci

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 "EEO 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.