Lab Tech III - Bone Marrow & Lymphoma

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic is hiring a Lab Technician at its Main Campus in Cleveland, OH. This full-time role supports Hematopathology with bone marrow and lymphoma case management, specimen processing, archiving and external consultation services.

You will perform advanced accessioning in the LIS, data entry, slide prep, tracking investigations and liaison with subspecialties, while adhering to safety and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in science or 2+ years lab processing experience.
• Experience with LIS and specimen tracking.
• Familiarity with data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Receive and accession specimens into the LIS.
• Higher-level LIS accessioning and esoteric testing.
• Advanced tracking investigations.
• Liaise with subspecialties.
• Resolve issues and QA logs.
• Prepare specimens for analysis.
• Manual processing and equipment maintenance.
• Retrieve, sort, and deliver specimens.
• Follow safety, SOPs and regulations.
• Maintain documentation.

Skills

Data entry

Problem solving

Attention to detail

LIS familiarity

Education

Associate’s Degree (preferably in Science) and two years of lab processing experience

Four years of Lab Technician or comparable processing experience

Active enrollment in the Cleveland Clinic MLS Program

Tools

LIS software

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Lab Technician performs advanced manual processing, laboratory accessioning and data entry, and problem-solving activities, including investigating and resolving issues. Responsibilities may include slide preparation and subspecialty client liaison support. This position supports Hematopathology staff with bone marrow and lymphoma case management, specimen processing, archiving, retrieval, and external consultation services. Familiarity with data analytics is required.

A caregiver in this position works full-time, days, 9:00am—5:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Receive and accession specimens into the LIS.
• Conduct higher level accessioning in the LIS including esoteric testing.
• Conduct advanced tracking investigations.
• Serve as a subspecialty client liaison.
• Be responsible for advanced problem solving/issue resolution (pending log/SERS/block QA).
• Perform tasks involved with frozen section processing (frozen section slide creation).
• Create cell block slides, perform clinical histology tissue embedding and assist in Cytology adequacy assessments.
• Prepare specimens for analysis.
• Perform manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting and routine maintenance).
• Run and resolve LIS logs.
• Retrieve, sort, track and deliver specimens.
• Perform logistic activities within and outside of lab.
• Use tracking software/devices.
• Comply with safety, SOP & regulations.
• Maintain appropriate documentation.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate’s Degree (preferably in Science) and two years of lab processing experience
• OR four years of Lab Technician or comparable processing experience
• OR active enrollment in the Cleveland Clinic MLS Program

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Medical Laboratory Science
• Lab experience or lab/research as part of academic program

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform specimen handling techniques and take measurements.
• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Ability to move throughout the department and hospital system.
• Handles and transports bio-hazardous materials and potential carcinogens.
• Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation, and tones.
• Ability to live/move up to 50 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as defined in the exposure control plan.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $25.00

Maximum hourly: $34.85

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).