Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician - Blood Bank

About the role

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, demonstrating an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing, as well as the technical, procedural and problem-solving aspects. This role maintains a questioning attitude, searching to find results to best determine patient care. We hire clinical laboratory testing personnel in three different job titles based on educational background: Medical Technologist, Med Lab Technician, and Lab Technician.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Requirements

• 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 (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

• 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.

Physical requirements

• Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope.
• Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation and tones.
• 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.

Schedule

Full-time, evenings, 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm.

Pay

Hourly range: $34.00 – $45.65. The pay range reflects the anticipated range for new hires; actual compensation will be determined after considering work history, experience, skill set, and education. The range does not include applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime) or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.). This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.