Lab Technician

Cleveland Clinic•Vero Beach, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital is hiring clinical laboratory testing personnel under three job titles based on educational background: Medical Technologist, Med Lab Technician, and Lab Technician. The caregiver performs and interprets tests at all complexity levels, applying laboratory science knowledge and technical, procedural, and problem-solving skills to support patient care. The role provides hands-on experience with laboratory technology and works as part of a collaborative healthcare team. This is a part-time evening position, scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., with weekend and holiday requirements. The position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000. Work includes laboratory testing and result reporting, specimen handling, quality control, instrument operation and maintenance, and communication with physicians and other clinical staff. Standard Precautions and personal protective equipment are required because of potential exposure to biohazardous or infectious agents.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Medical Technology, or equivalent.
State of Florida licensure at the technologist level.
One or more licenses in Microbiology, Immunohematology, or another area.
Ability to perform the physical duties described, including turning, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, standing, filing, moving records, supplies, and equipment; average lifting is 10 pounds, with occasional carrying of objects up to 20 pounds.
Spoken, written, and typed communication skills.
Finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate a computer keyboard at a moderate skill level.
Ability to work at a fast pace, prioritize multiple assignments, respond to numerous requests, work collaboratively, maintain operational efficiency, solve problems, make decisions, exercise self-control, and tolerate stress.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or Medical Technology.
American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification.
One year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct quality laboratory testing and report results.
Ensure results are reported in compliance with department and hospital goals and standards and applicable accrediting organizations, including AHCA, CLIA, COLA, and JCAHO.
Accurately identify patient specimens and testing orders, and ensure results are accurate and reported promptly.
Maintain specimen integrity and identification, and resolve specimens that do not meet testing criteria.
Identify and resolve pending specimen results in the laboratory information system for assigned departments.
Report pertinent information to physicians, patient care areas, or supervisors, including panic values, instrument malfunctions, testing delays, or reagent and supply depletion.
Record reagent and control opening and expiration dates, and use them only through their expiration dates.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and supplies in the work area.
Troubleshoot instruments and equipment to correct deficiencies or problems.
Perform assigned or required instrument maintenance checks, startups, and shutdowns, and ensure reliable operation and results.
Answer telephone calls, greet customers, and provide consultation and technical support to physicians, phlebotomists, and nursing staff.
Follow quality-control policy and verify controls are within acceptable limits before reporting patient results.
Document quality-control and out-of-range results appropriately.
Follow Standard Precautions and use required personal protective equipment.