Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician - Molecular Pathology

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.

This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000. 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 caregiver maintains a questioning attitude to ensure the best possible patient care.

We will hire clinical laboratory testing personnel in three different 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.
• 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 (e.g., analyze proficiency survey samples in the same manner as 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 when test systems are not within 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 appropriate supervisor.
• May function as an educator and provide instruction and training in theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and 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 (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

Works days from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. No weekends or holidays.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $34.00 to $45.65 per hour for new hires. Individual pay rates may vary depending on licensure level and relevant experience. The pay range does not include applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.) or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental, vision, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).