Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician

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That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician Location Twinsburg Facility Twinsburg Family Health Center Department Lab FHC Support Services-Diagnostics Institute Job Code E22000 Shift Nights Schedule 8:30pm-7:00am

Job Summary

Job Details *This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000* Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. In this position, you will perform and interpret tests at all   complexity   levels. Using your understanding of the theories and technical,   procedural   and problem-solving aspects of Laboratory Science, you will aid in the search to   determine   the best mode of care for patients. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to expand your knowledge through extensive hands-on experience with some of the best researchers and specialists. We will hire our clinical laboratory testing personnel in three different job titles, based on educational background:

• Medical Technologist
• Med Lab Technician
• Lab Technician The caregiver works a night shift between 8:30pm and 7am. A caregiver who excels in this role, will:
• 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 must 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. Minimum qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:
• 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 for the ideal caregiver include:
• 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) *The compensation range provided corresponds to the Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician position. Individual pay rates may vary depending on licensure level and relevant experience. * Physical

Requirements

• Physical demands include: Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope.
• The ability to distinguish colors.
• 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. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Please review the

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