Lab Technician II

Cleveland Clinic; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital is seeking a Lab Technician II to join a hands-on team responsible for processing routine and stat laboratory tests and resolving specimen issues. You will accession, sort, and prepare specimens and perform manual processing under LIS systems, with attention to safety and accuracy.

Shifts are nights, 7:00AM to 3:30PM, with rotating weekends and holidays. Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED or an Associate’s Degree, with preferred science

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and one year of lab experience.
• OR Associate’s Degree
• Associate's Degree in Science
• Clinical laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Receive and accession laboratory specimens into the LIS.
• Retrieve, sort, track and deliver specimens.
• Accept or reject specimens according to established standards.
• Perform specimen investigation procedures to resolve lab specimen issues or problems.
• Verify accurate documentation relative to specimen processing.
• Maintain patient, specimen and tracking data using the laboratory computer system, tracking software/devices.
• Prepare specimens for analysis.
• Perform manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting and routine maintenance).
• Perform preventive maintenance, record keeping procedures and the placing of work orders.

Skills

Lab experience

Specimen handling

LIS knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree

Associate’s Degree in Science

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Mercy Hospital is looking to add a Lab Technician II to its team of dedicated caregivers. In this role, you will be responsible for processing routine and stat laboratory tests as well as performing specimen investigation procedures to resolve lab specimen issues or problems. This is a very hands‑on team and a great place to get your foot in the door. This role can not only lead to growth within the lab but also the ability to continue your education through Media Lab.

A caregiver in this position works nights from 7:00AM to 3:30PM, including rotating weekends and holidays.

• Receive and accession laboratory specimens into the LIS.
• Retrieve, sort, track and deliver specimens.
• Accept or reject specimens according to established standards.
• Perform specimen investigation procedures to resolve lab specimen issues or problems.
• Verify accurate documentation relative to specimen processing.
• Maintain patient, specimen and tracking data using the laboratory computer system, tracking software/devices.
• Prepare specimens for analysis.
• Perform manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting and routine maintenance).
• Perform preventive maintenance, record keeping procedures, basic clerical functions and the placing of work orders.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED and one year of lab experience
• OR Associate’s Degree

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate's Degree in Science
• Clinical laboratory experience

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 biohazardous materials and potential carcinogens.
• Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation, and tones.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $19.25

Maximum hourly: $29.30

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.).