Blood Bank Lead Medical Technologist

Cleveland Clinic; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital is seeking a Blood Bank Lead Medical Technologist to provide technical leadership and oversee testing operations in the Laboratory Department. You will supervise staff, ensure accurate results, and maintain quality and compliance across shifts.

The role includes evening/night rotations and opportunities to train students, develop procedures, and support instrument maintenance. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is available.

Qualifications

• Doctorate, masters, bachelor’s degree or associates degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
• Current Florida licensure at the technologist levels
• One or more of Microbiology, Immunohematology or other licenses
• Two years of laboratory experience
• Working knowledge and understanding of computer functions
• Demonstrated knowledge and theory of applicable Clinical Laboratory Medicine
• Complete all required continuing education required to maintain specific certification

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy and timely reporting of laboratory test results
• Provide supervision and training to medical technology students and new laboratory personnel
• Assist with proficiency testing by distributing samples, submitting results to CAP, reviewing outcomes, and troubleshooting deficiencies
• Coordinate workflow with team members to maximize productivity
• Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment
• Develop and update technical procedures for supervisory and medical director review
• Resolve complex laboratory issues and assist with interpretation and review of clinical results
• Monitor pending logs and worksheets to ensure timely completion

Skills

Two years of laboratory experience

Computer skills

Clinical Laboratory Medicine knowledge

Continuing education maintenance

Education

Doctorate, masters, bachelor’s degree or associates degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution

Job description

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000*

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As Blood Bank Lead Medical Technologist, you ensure the accuracy and timely reporting of laboratory test results by providing technical leadership and guidance to testing personnel within the Laboratory Department. In this role, you oversee operations within your assigned specialty area based on your expertise and training while supporting quality, compliance, and efficient laboratory workflow.

Caregiver Rotation

A caregiver in this role works an evening/night rotation varying between 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. or 10:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Demonstrate knowledge and application of clinical laboratory medicine principles to ensure accurate test results.
• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing (waived, moderately complex, and highly complex as defined by CLIA) using standard and specialized instrumentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare, label, and store reagents and chemical solutions according to laboratory standards.
• Evaluate the validity of test results using quality control standards, instrumentation checks, and departmental policies.
• Record and report laboratory test results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Initiate corrective actions to resolve quality assurance deficiencies and maintain compliance with established standards.
• Coordinate workflow with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency during assigned shifts.
• Perform, document, and review preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Provide supervision and training to medical technology students and new laboratory personnel.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
• Demonstrate proficiency with laboratory computer systems and related software.
• Compile laboratory data, statistics, and reports.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education and ongoing professional development.
• Participate in staff meetings to support effective communication and departmental collaboration.
• Complete all required mandatory education and in-service training.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the supervisor or as assigned.
• Assist with the validation and verification of new laboratory assays by collecting, analyzing, and preparing data for review.
• Develop and update technical procedures for supervisory and medical director review.
• Train medical technologists and medical laboratory technicians on new testing procedures and support implementation of new clinical tests.
• Serve as a technical resource by resolving complex laboratory issues and assisting with interpretation and review of clinical results.
• Monitor pending logs and worksheets to ensure timely completion.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues affecting laboratory operations.
• Perform and oversee troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Assist with maintaining current laboratory procedure manuals and completing required annual reviews.
• Support employee competency assessments and ongoing performance evaluations.
• Assist with proficiency testing by distributing samples, submitting results to CAP, reviewing outcomes, and troubleshooting deficiencies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Doctorate, masters, bachelor’s degree or associates degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
• Current Florida licensure at the technologist levels
• One or more of Microbiology, Immunohematology or other licenses
• Two years of laboratory experience
• Working knowledge and understanding of computer functions
• Demonstrated knowledge and theory of applicable Clinical Laboratory Medicine
• Complete all required continuing education required to maintain specific certification

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification
• Blood bank experience

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Pay Range

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.