Lab Technician III - Histology

ccf; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lab Technician III - Histology at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus in Cleveland, OH, performs advanced manual processing, accessioning, and data entry in histology workflows, including creating slides and LIS responsibilities. The role requires strong attention to documentation and quality controls.

The position supports subspecialty client liaison activities, advanced tracking investigations, and adherence to safety and SOPs, with access to cutting-edge pathology resources and a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in science or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Two years of lab processing experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related science field.
• Four years of lab technician or related processing experience may substitute education.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced manual processing and problem-solving techniques in laboratory accessioning/data entry.
• Create slides and perform duties associated with subspecialty client liaison.
• Be familiar with data analytics.
• Receive and accession specimens into the LIS and perform esoteric testing when required.
• Conduct advanced tracking investigations and resolve issues.
• Serve as a subspecialty client liaison and maintain documentation.

Skills

Data analytics

Education

Associate's Degree (preferably in Science)

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Medical Laboratory Science

Four years of lab technician or comparable processing experience

Active enrollment in the Cleveland Clinic MLS program

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Job description

Job Title

Lab Technician III - Histology

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Histology-Main Campus Hospital

Job Code

C1917S

Shift

Days

Schedule

3:00am-11:30am

Job Summary

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 country. 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.

Job Details

As a Laboratory Technician in this role, you will perform advanced manual processing and problem-solving techniques in laboratory accessioning/data entry, including problem investigations and resolution. In this role, you will be involved in creating slides and/or performing duties associated with the subspecialty client liaison.

Shift Details

A caregiver in this role works days from 3:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

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's Degree (preferably in Science)
• Two years of lab processing experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Medical Laboratory Science
• 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.

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