Medical Technologist/ MLT/ Lab Technician IV - Automated Chemistry

About the role

This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000. 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, demonstrates an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing, as well as the technical, procedural and problem‑solving aspects, and maintains a questioning attitude to find results that best determine patient care. This is a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make an impact in patient care at one of the world’s top‑ranked healthcare organizations. The position will be filled for one of three job titles based on educational background: Medical Technologist, Med Lab Technician, or 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 CLIA regulations (analyze proficiency survey sample in the same manner as a patient specimen, 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 (see Code of Federal Regulations, Title 42, §493.1489(b)(5)).
• 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.
• Physical demands include visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope, ability to distinguish colors, fine motor skills and manual dexterity to handle specimens and lab equipment, ability to stand for long periods, light lifting, and potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, radioactive materials, etc.
• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT, MLT or MLS) or certification eligible from the American Society