Lead Lab Assistant - Specimen Operations

About the role

This position is integral to the laboratory team and involves supporting patient testing. It requires a two-year commitment and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assists and works cooperatively with the management team in managing duties and activities of the work unit.
• Facilitates workflow by performing a variety of clerical and processing duties such as inventory, filing, stocking, and rotating inventory.
• Trains and continues education of staff.
• Maintains confidentiality of employee concerns and issues.
• Performs pre-analytic specimen processing, operates laboratory and office equipment, enters information and test orders into the laboratory computer system, and responds to phone calls regarding laboratory testing information.
• Ensures correct patient identification on specimens and resolves pre-analytic specimen-related issues.
• Manages work unit supply inventory and operates 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 writing.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holidays, and weekends.
• Requires the ability to be attentive to details and adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents.
• DLMP/MCS employees with less than 2 years in their current lab/position must obtain an early release approval from their supervisor.

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 - $27.33/hour

Schedule

Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80

Hours/Pay Period

Su- Th 10:00 pm -06:30 am

Weekend Schedule

Every Sunday

International Assignment

No

Site Description

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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 the "EOE 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.