Lab Processing Assistant - Central Processing Lab - SEOP

The Summer Employment Opportunity Program (SEOP) provides temporary summer employment opportunities to children, stepchildren and spouses of Mayo Clinic employees enrolled in a college degree granting program of study and is intended to help supervisors accommodate employee vacation requests when seasonal work volumes are high.

As a Laboratory Processing Assistant (LPA), you will be an integral part of the laboratory team providing support in patient testing. You will be responsible for the following tasks:

• 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 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 
• Actively partnering with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives

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

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. 

• Must be a child, stepchild, or spouse of a current Mayo Clinic employee.
• Must be currently enrolled in a degree granting program.
• Must be returning to college in the fall.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 10 weeks. 
• Must be 18 years of age or older by the start of the program.

*SEOP employees should not expect vacation/days-off to be approved during their commitment.

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

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. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.