Pre-Analytic Processing Tech III
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.
As a Pre-Analytics Processing Technician, you will be in a critical role at Cleveland Clinic. In this role, you will provide accurate results for lab testing as you process specimens. Your primary duties will include:
+ Preparing specimens for analysis
+ Complying with basic regulations when testing.
+ Documenting and performing problem solving functions and issue resolution.
+ Communicating needed information to proper supervision.
+ Actively performing quality and maintenance of equipment.
Our ideal caregiver is someone who:
+ Works well in a close-knit, teambuilding environment.
+ Has strong attention to detail.
+ Comes prepared with a willingness to learn.
+ Can provide empathetic and compassionate patient-centered care.
+ Can troubleshoot and problem solve in a fast-paced environment.
In this position, you will be provided with all the training you need to succeed. You will have access to qualify for the Pre-Analytics Processing Technician II and III positions after a full year. Technicians from this position have also been able to move forward to other technical positions.
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:**
+ Performs body fluid processing using aseptic technique.
+ Conducts higher level accessioning in the LIS (Lab Information System).
+ Performs extensive manual processing for esoteric testing at non Cleveland Clinic reference laboratories.
+ All duties of the Laboratory Processing Technician II to include:
+ Performs manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting, and routine maintenance)
+ Prepares specimens for analysis **.**
+ Performs problem solving functions and is responsible for advanced problem solving/ issue resolution
+ Assumes compliance with basic regulations (temperature monitoring)
+ Performs QA activities (pending log audit)
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Education:**
+ Associate's degree required preferably in Science.
+ Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, physics or medical laboratory science preferred.
**Certifications:**
+ None required
**Complexity of Work:**
+ Requires decision making and problem solving skills.
+ Requires strong organizational and time management skills.
+ Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision
**Work Experience:**
+ Two years lab processing experience required.
+ A Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, physics or medical laboratory science can offset two years of experience.
+ A total of 4 years of lab technician or comparable processing experience may offset the Associate Degree requirement.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Manual dexterity to perform specimen handling techniques and to take measurements
+ May require extended periods of standing, walking and/or sitting.
+ Handles and transports bio hazardous materials.
+ Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.
+ Must have normal or corrected vision.
+ Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
**Personal Protective Equipment:**
+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as defined in the exposure control plan.
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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities