Blood Bank Lead Medical Technologist

About the role

Ensure the accuracy and timely reporting of laboratory test results by providing technical leadership and guidance to testing personnel within the Laboratory Department. Oversee operations within your assigned specialty area based on your expertise and training while supporting quality, compliance, and efficient laboratory workflow.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and application of clinical laboratory medicine principles to ensure accurate test results.
• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing (waived, moderately complex, and highly complex as defined by CLIA) using standard and specialized instrumentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare, label, and store reagents and chemical solutions according to laboratory standards.
• Evaluate the validity of test results using quality control standards, instrumentation checks, and departmental policies.
• Record and report laboratory test results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Initiate corrective actions to resolve quality assurance deficiencies and maintain compliance with established standards.
• Cook up workflow with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency during assigned shifts.
• Perform, document, and review preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Provide supervision and training to medical technology students and new laboratory personnel.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
• Demonstrate proficiency with laboratory computer systems and related software.
• Compile laboratory data, statistics, and reports.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education and ongoing professional development.
• Participate in staff meetings to support effective communication and departmental collaboration.
• Complete all required mandatory education and in-service training.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the supervisor or as assigned.
• Assist with the validation and verification of new laboratory assays by collecting, analyzing, and preparing data for review.
• Develop and update technical procedures for supervisory and medical director review.
• Train medical technologists and medical laboratory technicians on new testing procedures and support implementation of new clinical tests.
• Serve as a technical resource by resolving complex laboratory issues and assisting with interpretation and review of clinical results.
• Monitor pending logs and worksheets to ensure timely completion.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues affecting laboratory operations.
• Perform and oversee troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Absorb and complete all required annual reviews of laboratory procedure manuals.
• Support employee competency assessments and ongoing performance evaluations.
• Aid in proficiency testing by distributing samples, submitting results to CAP, reviewing outcomes, and troubleshooting deficiencies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Doctorate, masters, bachelor’s degree or associates degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• Current Florida licensure at the technologist levels.
• One or more of Microbiology, Immunohematology or other licenses.
• Two years of laboratory experience.
• Working knowledge and understanding of computer functions.
• Demonstrated knowledge and theory of applicable Clinical Laboratory Medicine.
• Complete all required continuing education required to maintain specific certification.

Preferred qualifications

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification.
• Blood bank experience.

Physical Requirements

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Benefits Offerings

• We offer the following choices to cover your health, dental and vision care as well as life insurance.
• Health Plan Options – You have the choice between two comprehensive Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan options: EHP and EHP Plus. Both plans are administered by Aetna and feature minimal copays for in-network care. Although the benefit designs of EHP and EHP Plus are identical, they differ in their provider network size, with EHP offering a narrow network and EHP Plus providing access to the wide Aetna Open Access Select network. Both plans include access to Cleveland Clinic providers. The health plan also offers Healthy Choice, a voluntary program where participants earn premium discounts for achieving wellness goals.
• Dental Care – Four plan options administered by Cigna are available.
• Vision Care – Two plan options administered by EyeMed are available.
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs are available to help you pay for eligible expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Life Insurance – Employer-paid life insurance equals 1x your annual salary with an option to purchase supplemental life insurance up to 10x your salary. You may also purchase dependent life insurance for a spouse and dependent children
• Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage – Short-term disability is available after one continuous year of regular full-time service; long-term disability begins after 90 days.
• The Cleveland Clinic Investment Pension Plan offers eligible employees an excellent opportunity to build a retirement account for the future. It is fully funded by Cleveland Clinic and equal to 2.5% of your salary (increasing with more years of service).
• The 401(k) / 403(b) Plan also provides an important source of retirement savings. It allows participants to take responsibility for their financial future by making retirement savings a part of their normal routine while working. In addition to your contributions to the plan, Cleveland Clinic matches a portion of your contributions (50% on up to your first 6% in contributions).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Eligible caregivers receive Paid Time Off (PTO) that can be allotted toward vacation, holidays, sick time, etc.
• Caregiver discounts – We offer discounted rates for auto, home and pet insurance, identify theft protection and more.
• Adoption assistance – We provide financial assistance of up to $5,000/per child ($10,000 maximum lifetime benefit) for caregivers who choose to legally adopt a child.
• Employee Assistance Program – The Program provides free, confidential short-term counseling for caregivers and their families, whether for relationships or legal challenges.
• Employee Hardship Fund – This fund provides aid for caregivers experiencing unexpected financial difficulties.
• Paid maternity and parental leave – You will enjoy up to eight consecutive weeks for maternal care after the birth of your child to bond with your baby and up to four weeks for parental care.