Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

　　As a Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for specific laboratory specimens, orders, and information disposition. You will be performing and demonstrating an understanding of laboratory testing as well as technical and procedural problem solving. Working closely with our collaborative team, you will perform specimen investigation procedures to resolve lab specimen issues or problems.

　　Your primary duties will include but are not limited to:

　　Organizing, prioritizing and coordinating receipt and delivery of lab specimens.

　　Performing laboratory testing while following correct policies.

　　Performing cleanliness and preventative maintenance on instruments and equipment.

　　Properly preparing specimens for analysis, transport and distribution.

　　The Ideal future caregiver is someone who:

　　Shows strong critical thinking skills.

　　Comes prepared and willing to learn daily.

　　Can work under minimal supervision and show decisive judgement.

　　Works well in stressful situations.

　　Currently is certified as a Medical Technologist (MT) or eligible preferred.

　　At Cleveland 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.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Evaluates validity of test results using quality control standards, instrumentation function checks, and/or department policies and procedures. Brings problems to attention of supervisor or lead medical technologist.

　　Initiates appropriate corrective action to alleviate any deficiencies of quality assurance standards or established specified limits.

　　Consistently coordinates all work with co-workers to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during the assigned shift. Strives to be an effective and productive member of the institution.

　　Performs and documents preventive maintenance measures on department's equipment and instruments.

　　Provides general training to medical technology students and others in training and orientation.

　　Always shows an awareness of proper safety procedures.

　　Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding of computer functions.

　　Assists in compiling various data, statistics and reports.

　　Assumes personal responsibility for on-going continuing education and professional development as required by job duties.

　　Completes all mandatory in-service programs required within stated time frame.

　　Coordinates prioritization, receipt and delivery of laboratory specimens.

　　Verifies accurate documentation relative to specimen processing.

　　Accepts or rejects specimens according to established standards and performs specimen investigation procedures to resolve lab specimen issues or problems.

　　Prepares specimens for analysis; aliquots, transports and distributes specimens.

　　Aids in proper reagent and chemical solution preparation, labeling and storage.

　　Maintains instrumentation and equipment along with its cleanliness.

　　Performs preventive maintenance and record keeping procedures.

　　Maintains appropriate workstation supplies and inventory.

　　Maintains patient, specimen and tracking data using laboratory computer system.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Education:

　　High school graduate with focus on chemical, physical, biological sciences or laboratory science.Certifications:

　　None requiredComplexity of Work:

　　Written and verbal communication skills.Work Experience:

　　Familiarity with medical terminology.Physical Requirements:

　　Personal Protective Equipment:

　　Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as requiredSalaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

　　Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities