Medical Technologist/ MLT/ Lab Technician IV - Automated Chemistry

ccf; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic Main Campus in Cleveland is seeking a Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician IV for Automated Chemistry. The role supports clinical biochemistry testing, operates in evenings, 3:00pm-11:30pm, and contributes to accurate patient results in a world-class lab environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant laboratory science, meet CLIA high complexity qualifications, and provide diploma/transcripts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science required.
• CLIA high complexity testing qualifications per regulations; grandfathering clause applies.
• Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided; education verified.
• Education outside the United States requires translation and foreign equivalency proof.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses and reporting.
• Maintain regulatory knowledge as it pertains to job duties.
• Adhere to quality control policies and maintain documentation of QC activities.
• Identify and correct problems affecting test performance or reporting.
• Maintain instruments and equipment per manufacturer specifications.
• Provide instruction and training in theory, safety, and lab test protocols.

Skills

PCR knowledge

Pipetting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical/biological/clinical/medical laboratory science

CLIA high complexity testing qualification (grandfathering)

Diploma and/or transcripts provided

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 - Automated Chemistry

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Clinical Biochemistry-Main Campus Hospital

Job Code

E21000

Shift

Evenings

Schedule

3:00pm-11:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

**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.

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 role works full-time, evenings, 3:00pm-11:30pm.

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 caregiver include:

• 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 (National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc) member

Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:

• 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)
• PCR knowledge
• Pipetting experience

*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