Lab Technician II - PRN

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic's Hillcrest Hospital is seeking a Lab Technician II to manage specific laboratory specimens, orders, and information disposition. You will perform specimen investigation procedures, ensure documentation accuracy, and maintain data in the LIS and related systems. This role is based at Hillcrest Hospital with potential to float to multiple locations and requires PRN night shifts from 9:00 p.m.

– 5:30 a.m. on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of lab experience.
• Associate's Degree in science preferred (can substitute for up to 1 year of experience).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Lab experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in science (preferred)

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Hillcrest Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Hillcrest Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Lab Technician II, you will be responsible for specific laboratory specimens, orders, and information disposition. A caregiver in this role performs specimen investigation procedures to resolve lab specimen issues or problems and performs general lab and quality assurance procedures. While this position is based out of Hillcrest Hospital, you may be required to float to multiple locations.

A caregiver in this position works PRN (as needed) night shifts from 9:00 p.m. – 5:30 a.m. with on‑call requirements.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

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

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of lab experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate's Degree preferably in science (or equivalent credit hours) will substitute for up to one year of 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: $22.25

Maximum hourly: $22.25

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.).