Mayo Clinic is seeking a detail-oriented Lab Assistant to support high-quality patient care in a fast-paced clinical laboratory. In this role, you will collect, label, and process specimens; prepare samples for analysis; operate basic laboratory equipment; and maintain accurate records in the LIS/EMR. You will follow strict safety, infection control, and quality assurance protocols while collaborating with technologists, nurses, and providers. This position supports clinical care, research, and education in a mission-driven, patient-first environment with strong training and growth opportunities. Responsibilities Collect, label, and process patient specimens following established protocols Prepare samples for testing and support routine laboratory workflows Operate and maintain basic laboratory instruments and equipment Enter and verify data in the laboratory information system and EMRMaintain clean, safe, and organized work areas in compliance with regulations Follow quality control, safety, and infection prevention procedures Communicate effectively with technologists, nurses, and providers Assist with inventory, stocking, and reagent preparation as directed Required Skills Phlebotomy and specimen collection Specimen processing and handling Laboratory safety and infection control Operation of basic lab equipment (centrifuges, analyzers) Data entry and LIS/EMR usage Labeling and chain-of-custody procedures Quality control and documentation Biological sample preparation Basic medical terminology OSHA and HIPAA compliance knowledge