Lead Laboratory Technologist - Blood Bank

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.The Lead Laboratory Technologist assumes responsibility for and acts regarding any quality control or quality assurance issues as it pertains to specific job duties. You will maintain instruments and equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Other duties include but are not limited to:

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

Ensuring pending logs and worksheets are performed in a timely manner.

Reviewing daily technical work and results.

Proactively recognizing and resolving complex technical problems and provides or seeks viable, appropriate solutions.

The Ideal caregiver is someone who:

Shows strong critical thinking skills.

Comes prepared and willing to learn on a daily basis.

Can work under minimal supervision and show decisive judgement.

Has High-level management and leadership skills.

The position also offers flexibility in hours and working closely with a diverse team of caregivers to gain knowledge and experience. The schedule will be Sunday-Thursday with holiday rotation included but no weekend rotation. This position is good for someone who is looking to educate themselves for the next step in their laboratory career.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.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.

Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation and tones.

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.

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities