Lab Technician III - Anatomic Pathology Consult

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 Lab Technician III - Anatomic Pathology Consult Location Cleveland Facility Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Department Pathology-Main Campus Hospital Job Code C1917S Shift Evenings Schedule 3:00pm-11:30pm Job Summary Job Details Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic offers experience and expertise in Anatomic Pathology through consultations for Surgical Pathology, Cytology, Hematopathology and more. As a Lab Technician on this team, you will perform advanced manual processing and problem-solving techniques in laboratory accessioning/data entry, problem investigations and resolution to facilitate this process. Using your knowledge of data analytics, you will coordinate with fellow staff to help propel the department forward, ultimately making a lasting difference in the lives of patients. A caregiver in this position works evenings from 3:00PM - 11:30PM. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Create slides and/or complete duties associated with the subspecialty client liaison. Receive and accession specimens into the LIS. Conduct higher level accessioning in the LIS including esoteric testing. Conduct advanced tracking investigations. Serve as a subspecialty client liaison. Be responsible for advanced problem solving/issue resolution (pending log/SERS/block QA). Perform tasks involved with creating slides and/or cell blocks, perform frozen section processing (frozen section slide creation), create cell block slides and assist in cytology adequacy assessments. Prepare specimens for analysis. Perform manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting and routine maintenance). Run and resolve LIS logs. Retrieve, sort, track and deliver specimens. Perform logistic activities within and outside of lab. Use tracking software/devices. Comply with safety, SOP & regulations. Maintain appropriate documentation. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Associate’s Degree (preferably in Science) and two years of lab processing experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Medical Laboratory Science OR four years of lab technician or comparable processing experience may substitute the Associate Degree OR active enrollment in the Cleveland Clinic MLS Program Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Medical Laboratory Science Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/ Physical Requirements: Working in a stationary position for extended periods Moving throughout the department and hospital system Handling and transporting bio-hazardous materials and potential carcinogens Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation, and tones Lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds Personal Protective Equipment: Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as defined in the exposure control plan 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 tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year. 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. Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities 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.