Laboratory Processing Assistant - AP Digital Scanning

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Laboratory Processing Assistant (LPA) supporting Digital Scanning, you will be an integral part of the laboratory team providing support in patient testing. You will be responsible for the following responsibilities. Performing pre-analytic specimen processing Operating a variety of laboratory and office equipment Entering information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and responding to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information Ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation and resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues Performing complex reagent preparation Managing work unit supply inventory Operating automated systems Providing training to others Actively partnering with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives Performing pre-analytic specimen processing Visit the Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Lina discussing her role as a Lab Processing Assistant at Mayo Clinic. Individuals hired to this position will be required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to apply 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.

Requirements

An associate degree or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.
Ability to be attentive to details and adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectious agents.
Must be organized and have the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling.
Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations, and other office equipment.
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.
CV/Resume
Cover letter
Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals.
DLMP employees that have been in current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor.
Non-DLMP internal applicants that have been in their current department/position for less than 1 year must attach early release approval from supervisor.
International transcript: MUST have a DETAILED 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

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a health or science field preferred.
Lab assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing pre-analytic specimen processing
Operating a variety of laboratory and office equipment
Entering information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and responding to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information
Ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation and resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues
Performing complex reagent preparation
Managing work unit supply inventory
Operating automated systems
Providing training to others
Actively partnering with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
Performing pre-analytic specimen processing