Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician

• At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Medical Technologist/MLT/Lab Technician Location Vero Beach Facility Indian River Hospital Department Ancillary Lab-Indian River Hospital Job Code 000830 Shift Day/Evening/Night/Weekend Schedule 1:00pm-9:30pm Job Summary Job Details *This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000
• Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, which has been recognized as one of the top regional hospitals in South Florida. Located in sunny Florida’s Treasure Coast, Indian River is committed to providing optimal family- and community-focused care. Here, you will be part of a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team of caregivers and work with state-of-the-art technology while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Medical Technologist, you will perform and interpret tests at all complexity levels. 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. We will hire our clinical laboratory testing personnel in three different job titles, based on educational background: Medical Technologist Med Lab Technician Lab Technician A caregiver in this position works evenings from 1:00PM – 9:30PM, including every other weekend and two holidays per year. A caregiver who excels in this role, will: Conduct quality laboratory testing and result reporting. Ensure that results are reported in compliance with the goals and standards of the department, hospital and applicable accrediting organizations (AHCA, CLIA, COLA, and JCAHO). Accurately identify each patient specimen and testing orders and ensure results are accurate and reported in a timely manner. Ensure specimen integrity and identification and resolve specimens not meeting testing criteria. Identify and resolve pending specimen results from laboratory information system for assigned departments. Report pertinent information to the physician, patient care area or supervisor (e.g., panic values, instrument malfunctions, delay in testing, reagent or supply depletion). Note “dates opened” and “expiration dates” and use reagents and controls only to their expiration dates. Maintain cleanliness, organization and stock of work area. Follow troubleshooting procedures to correct deficiencies or problems as they occur with instruments and equipment. Ensure instrument operation and results are reliable and perform maintenance checks, startups, and shutdowns as assigned or required. Answer the telephone, greet customers and provide consult and technical support to the physicians, phlebotomists and nursing staff. Follow quality control policy and ensure controls are within acceptable limits before patient results are reported. Document quality control and out of range results in an appropriate manner. Minimum qualifications for the ideal caregiver include: Associate’s Degree in Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Medical Technology or equivalent Licensed in the State of Florida at the technologist levels One or more of Microbiology, Immunohematology or other licenses Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences and Medical Technology American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification One year of clinical experience Chemistry, Hematology and Coagulation licenses Physical Requirements: This position involves turning, stooping, bending, stretching, walking and standing. The average amount of lifting is 10 pounds with occasional carrying of objects up to 20 pounds. Sitting for short periods of time, the ability to file, move records, laboratory supplies, and equipment are also required physical duties. Communication by means of the spoken, written and typed word is required. Work requires finger dexterity and eye hand coordination to operate a computer keyboard at a moderate skill level. Mental Demands: Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests; ability to resolve conflicts among staff and to work collaboratively with department director, physicians and other members of the healthcare team; ability to ensure operational efficiency; ability to problem solve and make decisions; ability to exercise self-control and tolerate stress when dealing with multiple requests and/or conflicting demands from multiple customers. Special Demands: Use of personal protective equipment is required as there is a potential for exposure to biohazardous or infectious agents when drawing and processing specimens.

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• The employee has access to the entire medical record for the purpose of charting and correcting laboratory results AND review of physician orders. The access is limited to the amount reasonably necessary to achieve the purpose of the laboratory testing request. The disclosure or requests that occur on a routine or recurring basis include patient demographics, condition and laboratory results.
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• Equipment: Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. 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 Health System facility. If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the
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• Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.