While experience is preferred, Mayo Clinic provides on-the-job training for this role! Learn and earn at Mayo Clinic!
As a laboratory assistant you will be a member of an 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. This position is located at the Superior Drive Support Center where immediate parking is available.
The Lab assistant position will focus on ancillary tasks performed within the operations. Tasks include but are not limited to:
In addition to gaining clinical laboratory experience, you will have many opportunities for career advancement within Specimen Operations. Don't miss out!
Visit the Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Danielle discussing her role as a Lab Assistant at Mayo Clinic.
*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.
**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Knowledge of laboratory functions, medical terminology, a background in science and 1-2 years medical experience is preferred, but not required.
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