Medical Technologist / MLT / Lab Technician IV

Cleveland Clinic; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Mentor Hospital is seeking a Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician IV for night shifts (11:00pm-7:00am) in the Laboratory-Marymount Hospital department. The role involves performing and interpreting tests across complexities with emphasis on QC, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science or CLIA high-complexity qualifications, with potential for ASCP/AMT certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science from an accredited institution or meets CLIA high complexity qualifications
• Diploma and/or transcripts required
• Education outside the United States must be translated to English with proof of equivalency

Responsibilities

• Follow lab procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, and reporting results
• Maintain quality control documentation and instrument calibrations
• Ensure documentation practices are clear and legible
• Perform proficiency testing per CLIA regulations and maintain compliance
• Stay current with regulatory requirements and continuing education
• Identify and communicate issues affecting test performance to supervisors

Skills

Lab testing

Quality control

Documentation

Proficiency testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical/biological science

Tools

Microscope

Laboratory equipment

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Medical Technologist / MLT / Lab Technician IV

Location

Mentor

Facility

Mentor Hospital

Department

Laboratory-Marymount Hospital

Job Code

E21000

Shift

Nights

Schedule

11:00pm-7:00am

Job Summary

Job Details

Join the Cleveland Clinic Mentor Hospital team and experience world-class care at its best. This state-of-the-art facility offers Lake County residents enhanced access to Cleveland Clinic, one of the nation’s top healthcare systems. With four operating rooms, 34 inpatient care rooms and a helipad, we are making access to high-quality care close to home easier than ever for our Lake County patients. Here, you can become part of Mentor’s supportive environment where everyone excels and is valued for what they bring to the team.

A caregiver in this position performs and interprets tests at all complexity levels. To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate 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.

We will hire our clinical laboratory testing personnel in three different job titles, based on educational background:

• Medical Technologist
• Med Lab Technician
• Lab Technician

A caregiver in this position works PRN (as needed) variable shifts. This position will be based at Mentor Hospital.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• 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 specimens, 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 must correct the problems or immediately notify the General Supervisor, Technical Supervisor, Clinical Consultant, or Laboratory Director.
• May function as an educator and provides instruction and training in theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and the application of laboratory test protocols to students, employees, residents, etc.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science from an accredited institution OR meets the CLIA qualifications for high complexity testing personnel
• Education outside of the United States requires diploma/transcripts translated into English and proof of foreign equivalency from an HHS approved agency or nationally recognized organization such as NACES (National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.) or AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.)
• Must provide Diploma and/or transcripts

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Previous experience in a lab setting
• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) 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:

• Physical demands include: Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope.
• The ability to distinguish colors.
• 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.

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Keywords: Medical Technologist, MLT, MLS, MT, ASCP, AMT, laboratory, lab, testing, pathology, technician

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