Medical Technologist
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Medical Technologist - Travel/Contract

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Contract Length: 52 weeks (1 year)
Shift: Day shift, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)

Job Summary

• Perform and interpret laboratory tests of all complexity levels.
• Understand scientific principles, technical procedures, and problem-solving aspects of lab testing.
• Correlate abnormal lab data with pathological states and determine validity of test results.
• Monitor and verify quality controls and standards.
• Communicate test results, reference ranges, and specimen requirements to authorized personnel.
• Maintain instruments and equipment per manufacturer specifications.
• Participate in proficiency testing compliant with CLIA regulations.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting test performance or reporting.
• May provide education and training to students, employees, or residents.
• Follow all laboratory policies, procedures, and quality control documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Technologist with at least 1 year of experience.
• Recent Medical Technologist experience within the last year.
• Certification from ASCP or AMT.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope.
• Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation, and tones.
• Fine motor skills and manual dexterity for specimen handling and equipment repair.
• May require standing for long periods and light lifting.
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, and radioactive materials.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) following standard precautions is mandatory.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID) required and must be carried on assignment.
• Background check required prior to start, including FCRA compliant 7-year search and education verification.
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start and updated annually. Must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming capability to perform essential job functions safely.
• Fit mask test required within 12 months and updated annually (not required for Histology Techs or Pathology Assistants).
• Immunization and health documentation required:

  • Tdap vaccine every 10 years (medical exemptions reviewed case-by-case).
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 6 months of start.
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer.
  • Hepatitis B titer, series, or declination.
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer.
  • Annual 10-panel drug screen (instant screens not accepted).
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Oct 31 - Mar 31).

Training and Competency

• Completion of unit-specific competency exam within 12 months of start and updated annually.
• Annual acknowledgment of orientation safety manual.
• Completion of facility-specific online onboarding and training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome; cannot be completed on a phone).
• Badge photo required prior to start for clearance (except for X-Ray and MRI Techs who pick up badge on first day).

Employment History and References

• Application must include 3 years of prior work history with at least 2 years of clinical practice in an acute care setting in a similar specialty area.
• Two professional references within 1 year of start from a manager, supervisor, or director (co-worker references not accepted).

Additional Notes

• Must maintain regulatory knowledge and awareness related to job duties.
• Responsible for good documentation practices and clear record keeping.
• Must notify supervisors immediately of any quality control or test performance issues.
• May be required to participate in continuing education, professional development, and annual competency assessments.

Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.