Medical Technologist

Cleveland Clinic•Florida Weston Hospital, FL

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital is seeking a Medical Technologist to join its General Lab. The caregiver performs and interprets tests at all levels of complexity and applies an understanding of laboratory testing theory and scientific principles, along with technical, procedural, and problem-solving skills. The role requires a questioning attitude and a focus on producing results that support patient care. This is a regular PRN role with varying shifts between 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m., including rotating weekend requirements. The position works in compliance with department and hospital standards and applicable accrediting organizations. It involves maintaining laboratory work areas and supplies, operating and troubleshooting laboratory instruments and equipment, and providing technical support to physicians, phlebotomists, and nursing staff. The work includes exposure potential to biohazardous or infectious agents while drawing and processing specimens, so personal protective equipment and Standard Precautions are required. Physical duties include standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching, turning, and lifting. The employee may access medical records and physician orders as reasonably necessary for laboratory testing and related documentation.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Medical Technology, or equivalent.
Florida state licensure at the technologist level.
Licensure in one or more specialties: Microbiology, Immunohematology, or all licenses.

Nice To Haves

Medical Technologist (MT, MLT, or MLS) certification, or eligibility for certification, from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
One year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct quality laboratory testing and report results in compliance with department, hospital, and applicable accrediting organization standards.
Accurately identify patient specimens and testing orders.
Ensure 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, including panic values, instrument malfunctions, testing delays, or reagent and supply depletion, to physicians, patient care areas, or supervisors.
Mark reagents and controls with dates opened and expiration dates.
Maintain clean, stocked work areas.
Follow safety procedures and use safety devices and personal protective equipment according to protocol.
Troubleshoot instruments and equipment to correct deficiencies or problems.
Perform equipment maintenance checks, start-ups, and shutdowns.
Answer telephone calls, greet customers, and provide consultation and technical support to physicians, phlebotomists, and nursing staff.
Document quality control and out-of-range results.