Lead Lab Assistant - MCL

About the role

Mayo Clinic Laboratories is transforming the future of diagnostics by combining world-class expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to exceptional patient care. As a global leader in laboratory medicine, we partner with healthcare organizations around the world to provide specialized testing and diagnostic insights that improve outcomes for millions of patients. Join a team that is aggressively pursuing new opportunities, strengthening strategic partnerships, and driving innovations that will define the future of healthcare through 2030 and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Assist and work cooperatively with the management team in managing the duties and activities of the work unit.
• Facilitate 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.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee concerns and issues.
• Perform pre-analytic specimen processing, operate a variety of laboratory and office equipment, enter information and test orders into the laboratory computer system.
• Respond to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information.
• Ensure correct patient identification on specimens and documentation and resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues.
• Provide support in patient testing as an integral part of the laboratory team.
• 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's 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.

Pay

$20.00 - $27.33 / hour

Schedule

• Full Time
• 80 hours per pay period
• Variable shifts; Days, Evenings, Nights
• Weekend Schedule: Variable shifts; Days, Evenings, Nights

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.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.