Lab Technician III - Histology

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

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus is seeking a Histology caregiver to accurately enter specimen information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and support pathologists during surgery. The role involves handling biological materials with strict attention to detail and adherence to safety and SOPs.

You will perform manual processing, accessioning, and data tracking, prepare slides, and collaborate with subspecialty teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in science preferred.
• Two years of lab processing experience required.
• Four years of lab technician or equivalent processing experience may substitute education.
• Active enrollment in the Cleveland Clinic MLS program may substitute education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Enter specimen information into LIS accurately.
• Perform advanced accessioning and data tracking.
• Prepare slides and create cell blocks as needed in Anatomic Pathology.
• Handle and accession specimens and perform LIS log resolution.
• Contribute to data analytics and tracking investigations.
• Maintain documentation and comply with safety and SOPs.

Skills

Lab processing

Accessioning

LIS data entry

Data analytics

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree (science preferred)

Lab experience

Active MLS program enrollment

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Tracking 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. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the world. At Cleveland Clinic, 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.

Cleveland Clinic’s Histology team prepares body tissue samples for microscopic examination by the pathologist, often while the patient is still in surgery, thus playing a major role in the diagnosis of malignancy. The primary responsibility of this role is to accurately enter specimen information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS). The position requires comfort working with biological materials such as body parts and blood, as specimens are irretrievable and demand extreme attention to detail. Success in this role depends on strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, a high level of accuracy, initiative, and accountability in handling sensitive materials.

A caregiver in this position works 9:30am to 6:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform advanced manual processing and problem-solving techniques in laboratory accessioning/data entry, problem investigations and resolution.
• Be involved in creating slides and/or duties associated with the subspecialty client liaison.
• Be familiar with data analytics.
• 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).
• The following duties are specific to Anatomic Pathology: perform tasks involved with creating slides and/or cell blocks, perform frozen section processing (frozen section slide creation), create cell block slides, 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 degree (preferably in science)
• Two years of lab processing experience
• Four years of lab technician or comparable processing experience may substitute the education requirement
• Active enrollment in the Cleveland Clinic MLS program may substitute the education and experience requirement

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, physics or medical laboratory science.

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.).