Medical Technologist / MLT / Lab Technician - Part time Days, Hematology

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus as a Medical Technologist and experience being a part of nationally ranked hospital while building an exceptional career.

Become a part of a supportive environment where everyone excels and is valued for what they bring to the team.

As a day shift Medical Technologist, you will perform specialized testing to evaluate hemostasis and thrombosis, hemoglobinopathies and body fluids as well as work closely with Hematopathologists to provide patient care for many complex diseases.

Your primary duties include :

Performing and interpreting tests at all complexity levels.

Correlating abnormal laboratory data with pathological states.

Determiningthe validity of test results and the need for additional tests through monitoring and / or verifying quality controls, standards, etc.

Communicating test results, reference ranges, specimen requirements and other pertinent information to authorized sources.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who :

Demonstrates an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing as well as the technical, procedural and problem-solving aspects.

Has a bachelor's or associate degree in medical laboratory science. If a bachelor's degree in chemistry or biological science has been obtained, then the ideal future caregiver will also have previous exposure to hematology principles and / or experience working in a clinical laboratory.

Has an understanding / knowledge of cell identification and coagulation.

Is self-motivated.

Works professionally in a team environment.

Medical Technologists are encouraged to set personal goals that align with the laboratory’s goals and work toward becoming a Lead Tech, Lab Coordinator, Quality Specialist or Supervisor.

AtCleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you.

Here, you'll find that we offer : resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future.

When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Job Responsibilities :

• Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Performs laboratory testing in a compliant manner.
• Maintains regulatory knowledge and awareness as it pertains to specific job duties.
• Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Assumes responsibility for and takes action regarding any quality control or quality assurance issues as it pertains to specific job duties.
• Maintains instruments and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
• Assumes responsibility for good documentation practices and maintains clear and legible records.
• Performs 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.
• Assumes responsibility for participation in continuing education, professional development and required annual competency assessment.
• Follows the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identifies 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.
• Exercises good judgment, analytical and problem solving / troubleshooting skills.
• Recommends solutions and improvements.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• May function in 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education :

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from a four-year college or university.
• Meets the CLIA qualifications for high complexity testing personnel grandfathering clauses.
• See Code of Federal Regulations, Title 42, .(b), .(b), .(b), . 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 by 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).

Certifications :

Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or certification eligible preferred, from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Competencies (Complexity of Work) :

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience :

None Required

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 :