As a Laboratory Processing Assistant (LPA) supporting Digital Scanning, you will be an integral part of the laboratory team providing support in patient testing. You will be responsible for the following responsibilities. • 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 to 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 • Providing training to others Visit the Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Lina discussing her role as a Lab Processing Assistant at Mayo Clinic. *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. ** An associate degree or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience. Additional Qualifications • Associate degree in a health or science field preferred. • Lab assistant experience preferred. • Ability to be attentive to details and adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectious agents. • Must be organized and have the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling. • Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations, and other office equipment. • 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. Application Requirements *All must be included for your application to be considered: • CV/Resume • Cover letter • 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) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org