Lab Technician III - ePathology
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
Job posting number: #7112624 (Ref:ccf16803600)
Posted: October 3, 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 III, you will work in our ultramodern laboratory alongside pathologists, phlebotomists, technicians, and other caregivers. Your primary duties will include:
-Performing assigned analytical tests and procedures.
-Monitoring test analyses and specimen examinations.
-Performing histology and surgical pathology laboratory functions and phlebotomy.
-Resolving and providing consultation for any procedural or technical problems.
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 such 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 III, you will work in our ultramodern laboratory alongside pathologists, phlebotomists, technicians, and other caregivers. Your primary duties will include:
-Performing assigned analytical tests and procedures.
-Monitoring test analyses and specimen examinations.
-Performing histology and surgical pathology laboratory functions and phlebotomy.
-Resolving and providing consultation for any procedural or technical problems.
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 such 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:
- Performs assigned analytical tests and procedures according to established and approved protocols.
- Procures, receives, and processes specimens prior to testing.
- Monitors test analyses and specimen examinations.
- Performs assigned analytical tests and procedures according to established and approved protocols.
- Performs accessioning to include sterile specimen handling techniques when needed.
- Ensures compliance of all regulatory standards.
- Maintains instrumentation and equipment.
- Resolves and communicates procedural and technical problems.
- Recognizes procedural and technical problems and takes corrective action within guidelines.
- Performs duties of a Pediatric phlebotomist as required.
- Procures, receives and processes specimens prior to testing.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Associate's degree in medical technology or histotechnology from an accredited institution or equivalent course work and eligibility from a recognized national certifying organization.
- Five 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 of two years of medical laboratory or histology technician experience.
- Additional education or certification may offset required experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Typical physical demands include visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope 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.