Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician - Blood Bank

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 41,328 - 57,377; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and retirement

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic seeks a Medical Technologist for its Main Campus in Cleveland, Ohio. In this role, you will work nights from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, interpreting tests and following rigorous laboratory procedures.

Join a dedicated team that values patient care and provides excellent support and professional development opportunities. The role offers a competitive pay range from $30.00 to $41.65 per hour, plus a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical, or medical laboratory science.
• Must meet CLIA qualifications for high complexity testing personnel.
• Visual acuity and ability to differentiate colors.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Maintain regulatory knowledge relevant to job duties.
• Perform proficiency testing according to CLIA regulations.

Skills

Laboratory procedures and techniques

Regulatory knowledge

Quality control practices

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000**.

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. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

A caregiver in this position performs and interprets tests at all complexity levels. This caregiver demonstrates an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing, as well as the technical, procedural and problem‑solving aspects. A caregiver in this role maintains a questioning attitude, searching to find results to best determine patient care.

This is a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make an impact in patient care at one of the world’s top‑ranked healthcare organizations.

Job Titles

• Medical Technologist
• Med Lab Technician
• Lab Technician

A caregiver in this role works nights | 11:00pm—7:30am.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain regulatory knowledge and awareness as it pertains to specific job duties.
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Assume responsibility for and take action regarding any quality control or quality assurance issues as it pertains to specific job duties.
• Maintain instruments and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
• Assume responsibility for good documentation practices and maintain clear and legible records.
• Perform proficiency testing in compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations i.e., analyze proficiency survey sample in the same manner as a patient specimen, no communication with other CLIA laboratories, complete record retention and accurate documentation and result reporting.
• Assume responsibility for participation in continuing education, professional development and required annual competency assessment.
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the General Supervisor, Technical Supervisor, Clinical Consultant, or Laboratory Director.
• May function as an educator and provide instruction and training in theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and the application of laboratory test protocols to students, employees, residents, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
• Meets the CLIA qualifications for high complexity testing personnel grandfathering clause (see Code of Federal Regulations, Title 42, 493.1489(b)(5) Standards; High Complexity Testing Personnel Qualifications)
• Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided
• Education will be verified
• Education outside of the United States requires diploma/transcripts translated into English and proof of foreign equivalency from a NACES member

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT, MLT or MLS) or certification eligible from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• The compensation range provided corresponds to the Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician position. Individual pay rates may vary depending on licensure level and relevant experience.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope
• Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation and tones
• Fine motor skills and manual dexterity to handle specimens and lab equipment required to process specimens and repair equipment
• May be required to stand for long periods of time
• Light lifting may be required
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $30.00
Maximum hourly: $41.65

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.).