Lead - Lab Assistant - Specimen Operations

Responsible for assisting and working cooperatively with the management team in managing the duties and activities of the work unit. Responsible for facilitating the 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. Requires a mature individual who is able to maintain confidentiality of employee concerns and issues. Performs pre-analytic specimen processing operates a variety of laboratory and office equipment enters information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and may respond to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information. Is responsible for ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation and resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues. Integral part of the laboratory team providing support in patient testing. May perform complex reagent preparation manage work unit supply inventory and operate automated systems.

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

• Associates degree OR High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.
• Associates 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.
• DLMP/MCS employees that have been in their current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach an early release approval from their supervisor.