Medical Lab Technician (Mlt)

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Job Title
Medical Lab Technician (MLT)
Location
Akron
Facility
Health and Wellness Bath
Department
Lab-Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Job Code
AK0420
Shift
Days
Schedule
9:00am-5:30pm/7:00am-3:30pm
Job Summary
Job Details
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.
Our Bath Health and Wellness Lab is looking to add a Medical Lab Technician to their small team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting biological procedures and accurately documenting the test results.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
• Has previous lab experience.
• Has chemistry or hematology experience.
• Works well in a small team environment.
• Is organized and detail oriented.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates the knowledge and theory of applicable Clinical Laboratory Medicine in order to produce required measure of accuracy.
• Receives and processes various biological specimens in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs routine and some complex laboratory procedures (waived, moderately complex or highly complex as defined by CLIA)using standard and sophisticated instrumentation and equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Aids in proper reagent and chemical solution preparation, labeling and storage.
• Evaluates validity of test results using quality control standards, instrumentation function checks, and/or department policies and procedures.
• Evaluates and records test results in timely and accurate manner.
• Initiates appropriate corrective action to alleviate any deficiencies of quality assurance standards or established specified limits.
• Consistently coordinates all work with co-workers to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during the assigned shift. Strives to be an effective and productive member of the institution.
• Performs and documents preventive maintenance measures, troubleshooting and calibration procedures, on department's equipment and instruments.
• Provides general training to medical technology students and others under training and orientation.
• Always shows an awareness of proper safety procedures.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding of computer functions.
• Assumes personal responsibility for on-going continuing education and professional development.
• Provides instruction and explanation to patients and/or family member when performing point-of-care testing procedures.
• Completes all mandatory in-service programs required within stated time frame.
• Follows system and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
• Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory technician.

Certifications:

• National certification as Medical Laboratory Technician. Within one year of hire secures and maintains current MLT certification. Must complete and document all continuing education required to maintain certification.

Complexity of Work:

• Knowledge and understanding of computer functions. Written and verbal communication skills.

Work Experience:
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

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