Medical Technologist

Cleveland Clinic•Weston, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital is looking to add a Medical Technologist to their General Lab. A caregiver in this position will perform and interpret tests at all levels of complexity. This caregiver will demonstrate an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing, as well as the technical, procedural and problem-solving aspects. A caregiver in this role should maintain a questioning attitude, searching to find results to best determine patient care. This is a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make an impact in patient care at one of the world’s top-ranked healthcare organizations. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Medical Technology or equivalent
Licensed in the State of Florida at the technologist levels
One or more specialties: Microbiology, Immunohematology or all licenses

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT, MLT or MLS) or certification eligible, from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Bachelor’s Degree in a Chemical, Physical, Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
One year of clinical experience

Responsibilities

Conduct quality laboratory testing and result reporting in compliance with the goals and standards of the department, hospital and applicable accrediting organizations (AHCA, CLIA, COLA, and JCAHO).
Accurately identify each patient specimen and testing orders.
Ensure specimen integrity and identification and resolve specimens not meeting testing criteria.
Identify and resolve pending specimen results from laboratory information system for assigned departments.
Report pertinent information to the physician, patient care area or supervisor (e.g., panic values, instrument malfunctions, delay in testing, reagent or supply depletion).
Note “dates opened” and “expiration dates” on reagents, controls etc.
Maintain cleanliness of work areas and keep work areas stocked.
Follow safety procedures and utilize all safety devices and personal protective equipment per protocol.
Follow troubleshooting procedures to correct deficiencies or problems as they occur with instruments and equipment.
Perform maintenance checks, start-ups and shutdowns.
Answer the telephone, greet customers and provide consult and technical support to the physicians, phlebotomists and nursing staff.
Document quality control and out of range results.