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Lab Processing Assistant - Histology - Limited Tenure

Job in Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota, 55905, USA
Listing for: Mayo Clinic
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Clinical Research
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20 - 25.92 USD Hourly USD 20.00 25.92 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Lab Processing Assistant - Histology - Limited Tenure

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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 – 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
  • Actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; perform pre‑analytic specimen processing.
  • Operate a variety of laboratory and office equipment.
  • Enter information and test orders into the laboratory computer system.
  • Respond to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information.
  • Ensure correct patient identification on specimens.
  • Document and resolve pre‑analytic specimen‑related issues.
  • Potentially perform complex reagent preparation.
  • Manage work unit supply inventory.
  • Operate automated systems.
  • Provide training to others.
  • Individuals hired to this position must complete 2 years before becoming eligible to apply to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
  • This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship;
    Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F‑1 STEM OPT extension program.
Qualifications
  • Associate degree or a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of work experience, including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.
  • Associate degree in a health or science field preferred.
  • Previous experience or knowledge of computers, 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, holidays, 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, Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted) or NACES detailed international equivalency for foreign degrees.
  • Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals.
  • DLMP employees in their current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor.
  • Non‑DLMP internal applicants 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, and evaluation must be completed by an organization listed as a member of NACES or AICE.
Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.00 - 25.92 per hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday with day shift hours: 3:00 a.m.

- 11:30 a.m., and 8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.

Weekend Schedule

Occasional weekend rotations.

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…

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