Laboratory Assistant - MCL Dock Fleet

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

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. 

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.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. 

• Must Obtain Department of Transportation (DOT) certification for the delivery of specimens to off-site locations after hire. 

Additional Qualifications

• 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.
• 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

   

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.