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Lab Processing Assistant - Histology - Limited Tenure
Lab Processing Assistant - Histology - Limited TenureMayo Clinic • Rochester, MN, United States
Lab Processing Assistant - Histology - Limited Tenure

Lab Processing Assistant - Histology - Limited Tenure

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN, United States
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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 - 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

This is a limited tenure position for a maximum of 2 years.

The Anatomic Pathology Core Lab is looking for a Lab Processing Assistant to join their team. The Histology Laboratory processes over 400,000 paraffin-embedded blocks and 1,500,00 slides per year. Specimens handled in this laboratory include surgical, autopsy, and research material. The laboratory takes pride in contributing to the accurate diagnosis of the patient and the expansion of scientific knowledge through the services it offers both pathologists, and research investigators.

Visit the Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Lina discussing her role as a Lab Processing Assistant at Mayo Clinic.

As an LPA you will be an integral part of the laboratory team, and your responsibilities will include :

  • 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
  • Operating a variety of laboratory and office equipment
  • Entering information and test orders into the laboratory computer system
  • Responding to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information
  • Ensuring correct patient identification on specimens
  • Documentation and resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues
  • Potentially performing complex reagent preparation
  • Managing work unit supply inventory
  • Operations automated systems
  • Providing training to others
  • 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.

    Qualifications

    This is a limited tenure position for a maximum of 2 years.

    An associate degree or a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of work experience including clinical laboratory and / or other relevant experience.

    Additional Qualifications

  • Associate 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.
  • Application Requirements

    All must be included for your application to be considered :

  • CV / Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted) or NACES detailed international equivalency for foreign degrees.
  • 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) OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE)
  • Exemption Status

    Nonexempt

    Compensation Detail

    $20.00 - 25.92 per hour

    Benefits Eligible

    Yes

    Schedule

    Full Time

    Hours / Pay Period

    80

    Schedule Details

    Monday - Friday with day shift hours : 3 : 00 a.m. - 11 : 30 a.m., and 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.

    Weekend Schedule

    Occasional weekend rotations.

    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.

    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" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify 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.

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    Rhonda Wilson

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