Laboratory Tech - Pathology Microbiology; 80hrs Biweekly; Day Evening
- Req ID: 37016
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Address:
2500 Metrohealth DriveCleveland,OH
- Work Type: Full Time
- Date Posted: 4/21/2026
Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours: 80.00
Shift: Primarily 1st (7a-3:30p); rot (1-3 shifts/pay)swing(1p-9:30p) and second(3p-11:30p)-Rot holi/wknds - varing days of wk for swing and 2ndand
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County's safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary:
With minimal technical supervision, provides expertise in the performance of advanced/complex laboratory examinations, tests and other procedures on a variety of samples and specimens in the fields of bacteriology, parasitology, mycobacteriology or mycology. Follows procedural guidelines and professional standards. Ensures all testing performed adheres to departmental guidelines, safety and regulatory requirements, and quality control standards. Identifies and recommends operating procedure improvements. Assists with the training of laboratory staff and residents. Cooperates with a diverse group of people and varying skill levels in performing daily operational tasks. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications:
Required: Associate Degree in Science from an accredited institution or completion of a comparable military educational program for medical laboratory technology. At least 2 years of recent work experience as a technologist in a full-service clinical microbiology laboratory. Registered or registry-eligible Medical Technologist (MT)/Technician with one or more of the following: MT/ASCP, MLS/ASCP, MLT/ASCP, M/ASCP, SM/ASCP, or MP/ASCP. - Registry-eligible consists of: - Completion of a National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards (NCCLS) approved program or 10 years of relevant Laboratory experience. Successful completion and notification to The MetroHealth System of a passing score on a certification exam (categories listed above) within 6 months of hire is required for continued employment. - If registry cycle is greater than 6 months, notification of successful completion must occur one month after the next available registry date for continued employment. Experience with laboratory equipment and computer systems. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Reliable mode of transportation and the ability to rotate to other locations within The MetroHealth System as needed. Preferred: Bachelor of Science with 5 years of medical laboratory experience in Microbiology. MT/ASCP, MLS/ASCP, M/ASCP, SM/ASCP, or MP/ASCP certification.Physical Requirements: May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day. May need to sit or stand for extended periods. See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
Biweekly Hours: 80.00
Shift: Primarily 1st (7a-3:30p); rot (1-3 shifts/pay)swing(1p-9:30p) and second(3p-11:30p)-Rot holi/wknds - varing days of wk for swing and 2ndand
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County's safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary:
With minimal technical supervision, provides expertise in the performance of advanced/complex laboratory examinations, tests and other procedures on a variety of samples and specimens in the fields of bacteriology, parasitology, mycobacteriology or mycology. Follows procedural guidelines and professional standards. Ensures all testing performed adheres to departmental guidelines, safety and regulatory requirements, and quality control standards. Identifies and recommends operating procedure improvements. Assists with the training of laboratory staff and residents. Cooperates with a diverse group of people and varying skill levels in performing daily operational tasks. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications:
Required: Associate Degree in Science from an accredited institution or completion of a comparable military educational program for medical laboratory technology. At least 2 years of recent work experience as a technologist in a full-service clinical microbiology laboratory. Registered or registry-eligible Medical Technologist (MT)/Technician with one or more of the following: MT/ASCP, MLS/ASCP, MLT/ASCP, M/ASCP, SM/ASCP, or MP/ASCP. - Registry-eligible consists of: - Completion of a National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards (NCCLS) approved program or 10 years of relevant Laboratory experience. Successful completion and notification to The MetroHealth System of a passing score on a certification exam (categories listed above) within 6 months of hire is required for continued employment. - If registry cycle is greater than 6 months, notification of successful completion must occur one month after the next available registry date for continued employment. Experience with laboratory equipment and computer systems. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Reliable mode of transportation and the ability to rotate to other locations within The MetroHealth System as needed. Preferred: Bachelor of Science with 5 years of medical laboratory experience in Microbiology. MT/ASCP, MLS/ASCP, M/ASCP, SM/ASCP, or MP/ASCP certification.Physical Requirements: May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day. May need to sit or stand for extended periods. See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
