Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician - Automated Chemistry, PRN

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/MLT/Lab Technician - Automated Chemistry, PRN Location Cleveland Facility Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Department Clinical Biochemistry-Main Campus Hospital Job Code E21000 Shift Evening/Night Rotation Schedule 3:00pm-11:30pm Job Summary Job Details 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. This caregiverdemonstratesan understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing, as well as the technical,proceduraland problem-solving aspects. A caregiver in this rolemaintainsa questioning attitude, searching to find results to bestdeterminepatient care. This is a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make an impactinpatient 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 Med Lab Technician Lab Technician A caregiver in this roleworksPRN| evening/night rotation| 3:00pm—11:30pm. A caregiver who excels in this role, will: Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting andmaintainingrecords 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 andtake actionregardingany quality control or quality assurance issues as it pertains to specific job duties. Maintain instruments and equipmentin accordance withmanufacturer’s specifications. Assume responsibility for good documentation practices andmaintainclear and legible records. Performproficiencytesting in compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulationsi.e.analyzeproficiencysurvey sample in the same manner as apatient specimens, no communication with other CLIA laboratories, complete record retention andaccuratedocumentation and result reporting. Assume responsibility for participation in continuing education, professionaldevelopmentandrequiredannual competency assessment. Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance. Identifyproblems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of testresultsand either must correct the problems orimmediatelynotify 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,clinicalor 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. 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: Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster . Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cleveland Clinic