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Performs various laboratory procedures.

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital's team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic's Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, 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.

Cleveland Clinic Laboratory caregivers perform the diagnostic and consultative services that are the foundation for our world-class care. We execute 20 million tests each year, operating at a scale that helps us serve more patients in more ways than ever before. This role supports a team dedicated to quality. Laboratory Assistants are utilized to the top of our ability while remaining conscious of our accreditation requirements. In this role, you will process samples, perform waived laboratory testing and direct the workflow within the lab.

A caregiver in this position works day/evening rotation, from 11:00am-7:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Perform various laboratory procedures.

+ Assist with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing, transporting and storing specimens.

+ Operate laboratory equipment and perform routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and minor repairs.

+ Perform quality assurance activities.

+ Maintain adequate stock of supplies and manage the inventory by transporting and distributing supplies.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Completion of three months of on-the-job training to learn department laboratory procedures, instrumentation and Cleveland Clinic policies

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Histology lab assistant background

+ Lab training

+ Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology

+ Strong customer service skills

Physical Requirements:

+ Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity when handling specimens and utilizing instrumentation.

+ Ability to safely handle potentially infectious patient specimens, carcinogenic substances, odorous and other hazardous materials to which they may be exposed.

+ Requires frequent sitting or standing.

Personal Protective Equipment:

+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $17.95

Maximum hourly: $25.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities