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Data Collection Assistant

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, MNFull-time$20.46–28.25/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20.46–28.25/hr
Location
Rochester, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Data Collection Assistant supports departmental data collection and reporting, as well as IVF Laboratory workflow. The role handles patient and staff data, prepares statistical reports, develops databases for special projects, and provides clerical and administrative support. Laboratory activities include data entry, processing, inventory, shipment, and housekeeping, following established procedures and patient privacy requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Attention to Detail, nice to haveData Entry Accuracy, nice to haveOrganization and Time Management, nice to haveQuality Control, nice to haveError Detection, nice to haveElectronic Health Records, nice to haveSpecimen Tracking, nice to haveLaboratory Logistics, nice to havePatient Record Management, nice to haveInventory Management, nice to haveConfidentiality, nice to haveStandardized Procedures, nice to haveComputer Proficiency, requiredOffice Technology, requiredWord Processing, requiredFiling, requiredDocument Preparation, requiredInternet/Intranet Applications, requiredWritten Communication, requiredOral Communication, requiredCollaboration, requiredAdaptability, requiredMedical Terminology, nice to have

Qualifications

High School Degree or Equivalent Experience, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

  • 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.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with medical and allied health staff to collect and summarize departmental data regarding patients served and personnel activity. Patient and staff data is collected and entered daily. Data reports are generated and used for monitoring patient status, satisfaction, treatment volumes and therapist activity. Reporting frequency varies, including daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually. Prepares and maintains statistical information for ongoing and special reports. Develops new databases for special projects. Provides data and secretarial support for department-related committees and assumes responsibility for delegated administrative tasks. Serves as computer consultants.

The Data Collection Assistant supports IVF Laboratory workflow through clerical, data-entry, processing, inventory, shipment, and housekeeping activities. All work is in accordance with established laboratory procedures, patient privacy requirements, and applicable documentation standards.

Core Skillset

  1. Attention to detail

  2. Data entry accuracy

  3. Organization and time management

  4. Quality control and error detection

  5. Electronic health record proficiency

  6. Specimen tracking and laboratory logistics

  7. Patient record/document management

  8. Inventory and supply management

  9. Confidentiality and handling of sensitive patient information

1 Ability to follow standardized procedures consistently

*This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

During the selection process, you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question - Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps.

Qualifications

Requires high school degree or equivalent experience.

Must have computer experience. Must possess proficiency on technical office equipment, including a computer for word processing and other applications, printer, phone system, duplicating machine, and/or any other job specific office technology. Requires strong organizational skills, superior clerical aptitude including the office practices of filing; preparation of charts, graphs, spreadsheets, overheads, reports, agendas and minutes; Internet/Intranet applications; and/or other job specific documents. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills in order to recognize and revise inconsistencies, discrepancies, and inaccuracies in data. Must maintain strict confidentiality of information and must exhibit good human relations skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and professionally to build rapport with others at all levels of responsibility.

Must be adaptable/flexible in a changing work environment which requires upgrading of skills. Medical terminology helpful.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.46 $28.25/hour; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Weekend Schedule

N/A

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

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" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) 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

Lynnette Fleshman

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

How this job compares

Set against the 680 open Laboratory Assistant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 15, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$20.46–28.25/hr
  • Minnesota median$20–26/hr32 hourly ranges
  • US median$19–26/hr337 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $24.36/hr, is 5% above the Minnesota median midpoint ($23/hr) — in the middle half of Laboratory Assistant hourly ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 35 open Laboratory Assistant jobs in Minnesota and 680 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
Laboratory Assistant postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (213 postings).
Education
17 of the 680 open Laboratory Assistant jobs (3%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 15, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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