Mayo Clinic · 3 days ago
Technical Specialist – Laboratory
Red Wing, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$32.74/hr - $49.15/hr
1+ years expMayo Clinic is a top-ranked healthcare provider dedicated to patient care and employee welfare. They are seeking a Technical Specialist in the Laboratory to perform complex diagnostic testing, maintain laboratory competencies, and provide technical leadership while collaborating with laboratory leadership.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHospitalMedicalWellness
No H1B
Responsibilities
Maintain bench competencies and work at the bench for at least 50% of time worked
Function independently and collaboratively with the laboratory leadership in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice
Perform a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing, and act as a resource for problem resolution and interpretation of results
May be responsible for instrument correlation, and method validation
Correlate data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and other conditions affecting test results
Participate in laboratory quality assurance programs and performance improvement activities
Assist with staff and student training, orientation of new employees, updating procedures, and providing technical leadership for areas of responsibility
Provide direction and problem solving skills for laboratory functions
Implement standardization efforts in the laboratory as directed by laboratory leadership
Qualification
Required
Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, Histotechnology, or appropriate health related field
Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Histotechnology with completion of a clinical internship also acceptable
An HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree
One year of experience actively working in a moderate or high complexity clinical laboratory
Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
Knowledge of quality assurance principles and practices
Ability to be effective in a diverse work group
Ability to work independently
Ability to exercise independent judgment and render decisions
Prioritization and problem solving skills
Critical thinking skills required
Computer skills required
Excellent customer service skills
Knowledge of relevant factors which can influence testing results
Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Demonstrate manual dexterity
Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance
May be required to work weekends or overtime
Preferred
ASCP Certification in area of Specialty: Blood Banking, SBB (ASCP), Chemistry, SC (ASCP), Cytotechnology, SCT (ASCP), Hematology, SH (ASCP), Microbiology, SM (ASCP)
Four years of experience actively working in a moderate or high complexity clinical laboratory, working knowledge of laboratory information and reporting systems, excellent working knowledge of laboratory regulatory standards, knowledge of CLIA standards, experience with operational and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and assays
Willingness to work at other sites preferred
Benefits
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.
Company
Mayo Clinic
MayoClinic is a nonprofit medical practice and medical research group focused on integrated health care, education, and research.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$399.05MKey Investors
The ALS AssociationNational Institute of Neurological Disorders and StrokeAmerican Heart Association
2025-12-04Grant· $0.95M
2024-09-24Grant· $12M
2023-07-26Grant
Leadership Team
Gianrico Farrugia
President and CEO
Richard Gray
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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