Lab Technologist: RT-qPCR & High-Complexity Testing (4-day)

WellStreet Urgent Care; Willoughby (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

401K with company match

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

University Hospitals Urgent Care is seeking a Laboratory Technologist (MLT) to perform high-complexity testing, including RT-qPCR, and manage specimen accessioning and processing in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ongoing training and professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Meets CLIA, CMS, and COLA requirements for high-complexity testing.
• RT-qPCR experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Effective communicator and collaborative team member
• Comfortable working 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of lab testing without direct supervision, including RT-qPCR procedures and high-complexity testing
• Receive, accession, and process biological specimens; solve specimen collection and processing issues
• Execute and document quality control procedures and corrective actions per lab protocols
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment as needed
• Verify and report accurate results in a timely manner using EMR and instrument software systems
• Comply with OSHA, CLIA, COLA, and HIPAA regulations to ensure safety and accuracy
• Manage reagent and consumable inventory to ensure uninterrupted testing while minimizing waste and controlling costs
• Participate in proficiency testing programs and regulatory readiness activities
• Assist in training and demonstrating laboratory procedures and safe equipment operation to new team members
• Participate in professional development, training, and competency activities as required by laboratory expansion or new technologies
• Support laboratory operations by working overtime when needed, including flexibility to meet operational demands

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team collaboration

12-hour shift flexibility

Lift up to 25 pounds

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology

Associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology

60 semester hours including 24 hours in science/MLT coursework

3 months documented lab training in each tested specialty

Tools

EMR systems

Instrument software

Molecular testing equipment

Job description

University Hospitals Urgent Care is seeking a Laboratory Technologist (MLT) to perform high-complexity testing, including RT-qPCR, and manage specimen accessioning and processing in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ongoing training and professional development are provided.