Lab Tech II- Pathology
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
Job posting number: #7112338 (Ref:ccf16790864)
Posted: September 30, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Join the Cleveland Clinic team at Main Campus where you will work with talented caregivers to provide world-class care. As an organization dedicated to the well-being of both employees and patients, Cleveland Clinic has been named one of the country’s Best Workplaces in Health Care. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family on a day-to-day basis.
As a Laboratory Tech II, you will work in our ultramodern laboratory alongside pathologists, phlebotomists, technicians, and other caregivers. You will process specimens daily, perform routine maintenance, and manage tasks in our fast-paced environment. Your primary duties will include:
-Preparing specimens for analysis.
-Finding problems that may affect test performance and providing issue resolution.
-Performing manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting, and routine maintenance).
-Maintaining instruments and equipment per manufacturer’s specifications.
-Performing basic clerical functions.
The ideal candidate:
-Shows the ability to multitask and makes proper judgements.
-Comes prepared with a willingness to learn.
-Can work in a fast-paced environment.
-Shows strong critical thinking skills.
-Works well in a team-building environment.
In this position, you will gain experience and have guidance from our expert team of caregivers. This will prepare you for future roles in our organization as Lab Coordinators, Supervisors, and more.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
As a Laboratory Tech II, you will work in our ultramodern laboratory alongside pathologists, phlebotomists, technicians, and other caregivers. You will process specimens daily, perform routine maintenance, and manage tasks in our fast-paced environment. Your primary duties will include:
-Preparing specimens for analysis.
-Finding problems that may affect test performance and providing issue resolution.
-Performing manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting, and routine maintenance).
-Maintaining instruments and equipment per manufacturer’s specifications.
-Performing basic clerical functions.
The ideal candidate:
-Shows the ability to multitask and makes proper judgements.
-Comes prepared with a willingness to learn.
-Can work in a fast-paced environment.
-Shows strong critical thinking skills.
-Works well in a team-building environment.
In this position, you will gain experience and have guidance from our expert team of caregivers. This will prepare you for future roles in our organization as Lab Coordinators, Supervisors, and more.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Responsibilities:
- 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.
- Maintains tracking information for specimens.
- 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:
- Associate's Degree or equivalent.
- Three years of progressive lab experience may substitute for required education.
Certifications:
- None required.
Complexity of Work:
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
- Minimum one year experience in similar role.
- Bachelor’s degree in a laboratory-based major may substitute for 1 year of lab work experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Typical physical demands include visual acuity and the ability to distinguish colors; manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment; may require extended periods of sitting, standing and walking.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.
