Medical Technologist

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Medical Technologist Location Mayfield Hts Facility Hillcrest Hospital Department Job Code E22000 Shift Evenings Schedule 2:00pm-10:30pm Job Summary **This role is eligible forup toa$2,500sign-on bonus** Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career. A caregiver in this position performs and interprets tests at all complexity levels. To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing, as well as the technical, procedural and problem-solving aspects. A caregiver in this role maintains a questioning attitude, searching to find results to 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. We will hire our clinical laboratory testing personnel in three different job titles, based on educational background: Medical Technologist A caregiver in this position workseveningsfrom 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. with weekend and holiday rotation requirements. 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 pertain 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 future caregiver include: Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science from an accredited institution OR meets the CLIA qualifications for high complexity testing personnel Candidates who have completed all academic requirements for a qualifying bachelor’s degree may be considered with submission of an official transcript reflecting completion of degree requirements. Continued employment in this role is contingent upon verification of degree conferral within three months after hire and may include limitations on independent high-complexity testing duties until such verification is obtained. Education outside of the United States requires diploma/transcripts translated into English and proof of foreign equivalency from an HHS approved agency or nationally recognized organization such as NACES (National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.) or AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.) Must provide Diploma and/or transcripts Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Previous experience in a lab setting Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or certification eligible preferred, from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) Physical Requirements: Physical demands include: 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. 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: Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer. Cleveland Clinic Your source for health news, tips and information from one of the nation’s top hospitals. Cleveland Clinic is a leading not-for-profit academic medical center that combines patient care, research, and education across multiple locations in the U.S. and internationally. Hospitals and Health Care Company size 10,001+ employees Company type Nonprofit Total funding $362.5M Grant Momentum Team growth 5% in 12 mo 49,483 employees on LinkedIn Employee experience What it’s like inside 3.5 5,790 reviews 66% would recommend Culture & values Culture & values 3.5 Work-life balance Work-life balance 3.4 Career opportunities Career opportunities 3.5 Compensation & benefits 3.5 Capital Funding history Apr 2026 Grant - National Institutes of Health $3.1M Feb 2023 Grant - National Cancer Institute $7.9M Sep 2022 Grant - National Institutes of Health $14.2M Footprint Where they work Apply For This Role Company Cleveland Clinic Location Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States #J-18808-Ljbffr