Medical Technologist/MLT

Cleveland Clinic • Akron, OH • 1h ago

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Bath Health and Wellness Center and become part of a top healthcare system in Akron. This patient-friendly facility offers a variety of primary care, emergency care and specialty services along with Lifestyles, a medically based fitness program and facility.

As a Medical Technologist, you will perform and interpret tests at all levels of complexity. Using your understanding of the theories and technical, procedural, and problem-solving aspects of Laboratory Science, you will aid in the search to determine the best mode of care for patients. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to expand your knowledge through extensive hands-on experience with some of the best researchers and specialists.

A caregiver in this role works evenings from 3:00PM - 11:30PM

A caregiver who excels in this role, will:

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.

Perform laboratory testing in a compliant manner.

Maintain regulatory knowledge and awareness as it pertains to specific job duties.

Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.

Assume responsibility for and take action regarding any quality control or quality assurance issues as it pertains to specific job duties.

Maintain instruments and equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

Assume responsibility for good documentation practices and maintain clear and legible records.

Perform proficiency testing in compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations i.e. analyze proficiency survey sample in the same manner as a patient specimens, no communication with other CLIA laboratories, complete record retention and accurate documentation and result reporting.

Assume responsibility for participation in continuing education, professional development and required annual competency assessment.

Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.

Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the General Supervisor, Technical Supervisor, Clinical Consultant, or Laboratory Director.

Function as an educator and provide instruction and training in theory, technical skills, safety protocols and the application of laboratory test protocols to students, employees, residents, etc.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Biological, Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology from an accredited institution OR meets the CLIA qualifications for high complexity testing personnel grandfathering clauses

Education outside of the United States requires diploma/transcripts translated into English and proof of foreign equivalency from a NACES (National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.) member

Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:

Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or certification eligible from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)

Hematology and Chemistry experience

Physical Requirements:

Physical demands include: Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope.

Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation and tones.

Fine motor skills and manual dexterity to handle specimens and lab equipment required to process specimens and repair equipment.

May be required to stand for long periods of time.

Light lifting may be required.

May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $34.00

Maximum hourly: $45.65

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

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

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