Medical Technologist

Medical TechnologistJoin Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Avon Hospital provides state-of-the-art healthcare to all its patients and is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This designation is the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice.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.This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working a day/evening rotation between 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. or 11:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.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.Perform laboratory testing in a compliant manner.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.Participate 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.Function as an educator and provide 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 institutionMeets 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 QualificationsDiploma and/or transcripts must be providedEducation will be verifiedEducation 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) memberPreferred 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: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: review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.