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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 (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

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, 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.

The Global Logistics Team is looking for laboratory assistants. As a laboratory assistant you will be a member of a diverse, agile team responsible for biological specimen receipt, identification verification, processing and storage. In addition, you will perform 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. **In addition to gaining clinical laboratory experience, you will have many opportunities for career advancement within Global Logistics. Don't miss out!**

Visit the Clinical Labs career site (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/clinicallabs) to watch a brief video of Danielle discussing her role as a Lab Assistant at Mayo Clinic.

This position is located at the Superior Drive Support Center where immediate parking is available.

Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to apply for 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

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Additional Qualifications / Application Requirements

+ **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.**

+ Needs to be able to back up a box truck to a loading dock.

+ Knowledge of laboratory functions and medical terminology preferred.

+ Science background 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 with computers, keyboarding, and telephone operations.

+ Flexibility

+ Responsible for obeying all traffic laws while ensuring safe and efficient delivery times.

+ Responsible for loading, unloading and securing specimens for transportation.

+ Help in the overall maintenance of fleet vehicles.

+ Must be able to adapt to weather conditions and road closures.

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

License/Certifications

This position requires you to have a valid Minnesota driver's license with an excellent driving record.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Required education, experience, tenure, and internal equity will be considered when job offers are extended. The pay range for Laboratory Assistant is $20.00 - $24.26 per hour.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

1 Monday through Friday 5:30am to 2:00pm

1 Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm

Weekend Schedule

Working 1 Saturday of every 5.

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

Jenny Stephens

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.