Lab Assistant - Mayo Clinic Laboratories - Various Schedules

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

Ready to make a global impact through innovation and discovery? 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.

The laboratory assistant is responsible for biological (e.g. blood, urine) specimen receipt, identification verification, processing and storage. The laboratory assistant is also responsible for performing a variety of clerical, pre-analytic processing, and other laboratory duties that include maintaining supply inventory, filing, stocking, receiving shipments, and cleaning. The laboratory assistant works with various computer information systems on a daily basis.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship/we will not transfer or sponsor a visa for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F1 STEM OPT extension program.

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.

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

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of laboratory functions, medical terminology, a background in science and 1-2 years medical experience is preferred but not required.

• 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.

• All applicants must attach a resume to be considered for this position.

• Internal applications must attach their three most recent performance appraisals to be considered for this position.

All applications must include a Resume to be considered for this position.

For international/foreign trained applicants, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide Mayo Clinic the following transcript information in your application:

• MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation. The applicant is responsible for the cost associated with obtaining the equivalency evaluation.

• MUST show US equivalent degree

• Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org

*DLMP/MCL employees that have been in their current lab/position less than 2 years must attach early release approval from their supervisor and Non-DLMP internal applicants that have been in their current department/position for less than one year must attach early release approval from the supervisor is required.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $20.00 - $24.75/ hour. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship. Mayo Clinic will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Variable shifts - Days, evenings, nights.

Weekend Schedule

Variable shifts - Days, evenings, nights.

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

Briana Priniski

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.