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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, Ohio

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Job Summary:

This job posting is for Winter 2017 and Spring & Summer 2018 graduates only.

Cleveland Clinic is offering a $2,500 sign on bonus (external new hires) and select candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Diploma and transcripts must be provided prior to interviewing. Education will be verified. Education outside of the USA requires diploma & transcripts translated into English and proof of foreign equivalency from a reputable agency.

Performs and interprets tests at all complexity levels. Demonstrates an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing as well as the technical, procedural and problem solving aspects. Correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathological states, determines the validity of test results and the need for additional tests. Determines the validity of test results through the monitoring and/or verifying of quality controls, standards, etc. Communicates test results, reference ranges, specimen requirements, and other pertinent information to authorized sources.

Job Responsibilities:

* Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.

* Performs laboratory testing in a compliant manner.

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

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

* Assumes responsibility for and takes action regarding any quality control or quality assurance issues as it pertains to specific job duties.

* Maintains instruments and equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

* Assumes responsibility for good documentation practices and maintains clear and legible records.

* Performs 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.

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

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

* Identifies 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.

* Exercises good judgment, analytical and problem solving/troubleshooting skills.

* Recommends solutions and improvements.

* Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

* May function in an educator and provides instruction and training in theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and the application of laboratory test protocols to students, employees, residents, etc.

* Other duties as assigned.

Education:

* Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from a four-year college or university.

OR

* Meets the CLIA qualifications for high complexity testing personnel grandfathering clauses.

* See Code of Federal Regulations, Title 42, 493.1489(b)(3), 493.1489(b)(4), 493.1489(b)(5), 493.1491 Standards; High Complexity Testing Personnel Qualifications.

* Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided.

* Education will be verified.

* Education outside of the United States requires diploma/transcripts translated into English and proof of foreign equivalency from by an HHS approved agency or nationally recognized organization such as NACES (National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc) or AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc).

Certifications:

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

Competencies (Complexity of Work):

* Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.

* Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

* None Required

Physical Requirements:

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

* The ability to distinguish colors.

* 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.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. Job offers will be rescinded for candidates for employment who test positive for nicotine. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after 90 days. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic facility.

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