Lab Clinical Testing Technician MLT, MLS

Lab Clinical Testing Technician  

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create the steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations.    

The Lab Clinical Testing Technician performs and interprets tests at all complexity levels. This includes correlating abnormal laboratory data with pathological states, determining the validity of test results and the need for additional tests through monitoring and/or verifying of quality controls, standards, etc., and communicating test results, reference ranges, specimen requirements, and other pertinent information to authorized sources. 

A caregiver in this position works day/evening/night/weekend, 11:00pm – 7:30am or 3:00pm—11:30pm.  

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results. 

• Perform laboratory testing in a compliant manner. 

• Maintain regulatory knowledge and awareness as it pertains to specific job duties. 

• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed. 

• Assume responsibility for and take action regarding any quality control or quality assurance issues as it pertains to specific job duties. 

• Maintain instruments and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. 

• Assume responsibility for good documentation practices and maintain clear and legible records. 

• Perform proficiency testing in compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations (i.e. analyze proficiency survey sample in the same manner as a patient specimen, no communication with other CLIA laboratories, complete record retention and accurate documentation and result reporting).  

• Assume responsibility for participation in continuing education, professional development and required annual competency assessment. 

• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the General Supervisor, Technical Supervisor, Clinical Consultant, or Laboratory Director. 

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

• Function in an educator role and provide instruction and training in theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and the application of laboratory test protocols to students, caregivers, residents, etc. 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from a four-year college or university.  

• Demonstrate an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing as well as the technical, procedural and problem-solving aspects. 

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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.