Medical Technologist/ MLT/ Lab Technician IV - Generalist, Full Time, Evenings

Cleveland Clinic

Euclid, OH

Job posting number: #7108079 (Ref:ccf16480088)

Posted: August 12, 2022

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Join the Cleveland Clinic team at Euclid Hospital where you will work with talented caregivers to provide world-class care. As an organization dedicated to the well-being of both employees and patients, Euclid Hospital prioritizes restoring the body, mind and spirit with advanced technology and treatment. We have been committed to caring for the community for over 70 years and continue to serve, treating our patients as family on a day-to-day basis.



As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will be performing and demonstrating an understanding of laboratory testing as well as technical and procedural problem solving. Working closely with our collaborative team, you will determine and communicate test results through monitoring standards, quality control, reference ranges, specimen requirements, and more. Your primary duties will include:

- Following and documenting all laboratory quality control policies, activities, instruments, and maintenance performed.

- Performing laboratory testing while following correct policies.

- Recommending solutions and improvements.

- Identifying and reporting problems that may affect test performance or results to supervisors.



The Ideal Candidate is someone who:

- Shows strong critical thinking skills.

- Comes prepared and willing to learn on a daily basis.

- Can work under minimal supervision and show decisive judgement.

- Works well in stressful situations.

- Currently is certified as a Medical Technologist (MT) or eligible preferred.



The position also offers flexibility in hours and working closely with a diverse team of caregivers to gain knowledge and experience. This position is good for someone who is looking to educate themselves for the next step in their laboratory career.



Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand in hand.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
  • Performs laboratory testing in a compliant manner.
  • Maintains regulatory knowledge and awareness as it pertains to specific job duties.
  • Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
  • Assumes responsibility for and takes action regarding any quality control or quality assurance issues as it pertains to specific job duties.
  • Maintains instruments and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
  • Assumes responsibility for good documentation practices and maintains clear and legible records.
  • Performs 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.
  • Assumes responsibility for participation in continuing education, professional development and required annual competency assessment.
  • Follows the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
  • Identifies 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.
  • Exercises good judgment, analytical and problem solving/troubleshooting skills.
  • Recommends solutions and improvements.
  • Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
  • May function in 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.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from a four-year college or university.

    OR

  • Meets the CLIA qualifications for high complexity testing personnel grandfathering clauses.
  • See Code of Federal Regulations, Title 42, §493.1489(b)(3), §493.1489(b)(4), §493.1489(b)(5), §493.1491 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 by 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).

Certifications:

  • Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or certification eligible preferred, from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Competencies (Complexity of Work):

  • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

  • None Required

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.



By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.


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Job posting number:#7108079 (Ref:ccf16480088)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland,Ohio
United States
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