Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician IV

About the role

Join Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital and provide stellar care at one of the top healthcare organizations in the nation. This caregiver 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. Maintains a questioning attitude to determine results that best inform patient care.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Perform laboratory testing in a compliant manner.
• 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 (analyze proficiency survey sample in the same manner as patient specimens, no communication with other CLIA laboratories, complete record retention and accurate documentation and result reporting).
• Participate 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.
• Function as an educator and provide 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 (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 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).

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.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Pay

Minimum hourly: $35.75
Maximum hourly: $35.75

The pay range displayed reflects the anticipated range for new hires. Actual compensation will be determined after considering factors such as work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range does not include applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.) or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package.