This is a 4-month full time temporary position to train on the job to gain the phlebotomy skills needed to apply for the Inpatient Phlebotomist - Vascular Access Technician position starting on June 29th, 2026.
Performs a variety of tasks in the hospital general patient care areas that includes specimen receipt, identification verification, tracking, packaging and transport, supply stocking and answering phones. The phlebotomy assistant is also responsible to train on the job to learn basic phlebotomy knowledge and collections skills in order to perform supervised blood collections on adult patients in the hospital setting that includes performing patient identification, collecting blood according to procedure, labeling at the bedside and transporting specimens to the proper testing lab for analysis. Must comply with regulatory and safety requirements and uphold patient confidentiality. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Utilizes good customer relations and communication skills with patients, nurses, providers and others health care professionals to ensure high customer satisfaction. Demonstrates a positive and professional demeanor. Must be able to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, and weekend work assignments.
***Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; Also, this position DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program
High school diploma or equivalent Customer service experience and a passion to help others as well as a willingness to learn and advance into a phlebotomy position is desired. Ability to organize, prioritize, follow written and verbal instruction and problem solve. Experience working with computers.
A resume needs to be included for your application to be considered.
****Foreign trained lab personnel provide a detailed equivalency High School evaluation to include US equivalent degree at the applicant's expense.
***During the selection process you will participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded)interviewthatyou can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemandinterview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider eachquestion before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer toeach question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interviewwillbe reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notifiedof next steps.**