Lab Technician - Molecular Pathology

Cleveland Clinic•Cleveland, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician works in Molecular Pathology at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus. The caregiver performs and interprets tests at all complexity levels and applies an understanding of laboratory testing theory, scientific principles, technical procedures, and problem-solving. The role requires a questioning approach to laboratory results in support of patient care. This position works days, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with no weekends or holidays. Cleveland Clinic states that the role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000. The hiring title among Medical Technologist, Med Lab Technician, and Lab Technician is based on educational background. The role may also include educating and training students, employees, residents, and others in laboratory theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and test procedures. Physical requirements include visual acuity for microscope work, color differentiation, fine motor skills and manual dexterity, and potentially prolonged standing and light lifting. Work may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, or radioactive materials. Standard precautions and required personal protective equipment must be used.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, clinical, or medical laboratory science, or medical technology, from an accredited institution.
Meet the CLIA qualifications for high-complexity testing personnel under the grandfathering clause in 42 CFR §493.1489(b)(5).
Provide diploma and/or transcripts; education will be verified.
For education completed outside the United States, provide English-translated diploma/transcripts and proof of foreign equivalency from a NACES member.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT, MLT, or MLS), or certification eligibility through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
PCR knowledge.
Pipetting experience.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
Maintain regulatory knowledge and awareness relevant to assigned duties.
Follow quality-control policies and document quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
Address quality-control or quality-assurance issues relevant to assigned duties.
Maintain instruments and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
Maintain clear, legible records and follow good documentation practices.
Perform proficiency testing in compliance with CLIA regulations, including analyzing proficiency samples as patient specimens, avoiding communication with other CLIA laboratories, retaining records, and documenting and reporting results accurately.
Participate in continuing education, professional development, and required annual competency assessment.
Follow laboratory policies and procedures when test systems are outside established acceptable performance levels.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or result reporting, correct them when appropriate, or immediately notify the General Supervisor, Technical Supervisor, Clinical Consultant, or Laboratory Director.
May educate and train students, employees, residents, and others in laboratory theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and test procedures.