Medical Laboratory Technician - Atrium Health Cleveland FT

About the role

This is a 7-on 7-off position that begins on Wednesday and ends the next Tuesday. It is a 10-hour overlap shift between 1st and 2nd shifts.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency and follows testing procedures and policies by adherence to quality assurance guidelines for equipment and work area, documenting corrective action to any non-conforming event.
• Prepares reagents, maintains an adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory to effectively reduce departmental waste/expense.
• Exercises clinical judgment in assessing priorities while identifying, problem solving and offering solutions to test systems through the appropriate department channels, i.e. contacts hotline to troubleshoot with a specialist when necessary to resolve the issue or set-up service when appropriate.
• Affirms review and revision of procedures and documentation related to accreditation, adhering to all regulatory requirements for various authorities, including but not limited to CAP, TJC, OSHA.
• Maintains clear, real time communications shift-to-shift and with leadership regarding issues, concerns and problems which may affect patient care or the operation of the department.
• Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.
• Willingly performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have an associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA.
• MLT registry eligible or equivalent required.
• MLT (ASCP/AMT) or equivalent required within one year of hire.
• MLT (ASCP/AMT) certification through the U.S military medical laboratory training programs by an accredited institution is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree or equivalent education and training as defined by CLIA.
• Experience: MLT registry eligible or equivalent required.
• Certification: MLT (ASCP/AMT) or equivalent required within one year of hire.
• Training: MLT (ASCP/AMT) certification through the U.S military medical laboratory training programs by an accredited institution is acceptable.

Skills

• Proficiency in testing procedures and policies.
• Adherence to quality assurance guidelines.
• Documentation of corrective action.
• Preparation of reagents and maintenance of supplies.
• Problem-solving and offering solutions to test systems.
• Review and revision of procedures and documentation.
• Clear communication with leadership and peers.
• Participation in planning and implementing change.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Education Assistance Program.

Pay

Based on eligibility, the pay range is $24.10 - $36.15.

Schedule

This is a 7-on 7-off position that begins on Wednesday and ends the next Tuesday. It is a 10-hour overlap shift between 1st and 2nd shifts.