Lead Lab Assistant - Specimen Operations
Lead Lab Assistant - Specimen Operations
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Job Description
While experience is preferred Mayo Clinic provides on-the-job training for this role! Learn and earn at Mayo Clinic!
As a laboratory assistant you will be a member of a diverseagile team responsible forbiological specimen receipt identification verification processing and addition you willperform a variety of clerical processing and other laboratory duties that include maintaining supply inventory filing stocking receiving shipments and cleaning. You will actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds experiences and perspectives. This position is located at the Superior Drive Support Center where immediate parking is available.
The Lab assistant position will focus on ancillary tasks performed within the operations. Tasks include but are not limited to:
- Standing/walking 95-100% during shift
- Lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
- Push/Pull greater than 75 lbs.
- Repetitive motion hand/wrist
- Grasp/Pinch
- Hearing requirements
- Full use of both hands
- Color-identify and distinguish
- Ability to verbally communicate
In addition to gaining clinical laboratory experience you will have many opportunities for career advancement within Specimen Operations. Dont miss out!
*Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**
Qualifications
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.
Additional Qualifications
- All applicants must attach a cover letter and resume to their application to be considered for this position.
- Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology/Mayo Collaborative Services (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.
- Internal applicants must attach their 3 most recent performance appraisals.
- Knowledge of laboratory functions and medicalterminology preferred.
- Sciencebackground preferred.
- 1-2 years medical experience preferred.
- Ability to stay organized prioritize and shift gears in a busy environment.
- Conscientious of details and strict safety requirements for handling chemicals reagents and infectious agents.
- Ability to work independently and as a contributing team member.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Experienced withcomputers keyboarding and telephone operations.
- Flexibility
Employment Type
Full-Time
