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Lab Technician III - Immunohistochemistry

Cleveland Clinic

#SOP #Clinical Laboratory #Medical Laboratory Science

Quick overview

Perform advanced laboratory accessioning, data entry, and specimen processing specifically for immunohistochemistry and anatomic pathology. Coordinate workflow with pathologists and leadership while managing LIS logs and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Requirements summary

Requires an associate degree in science and two years of lab processing experience, or four years of comparable experience. A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, physics, or medical laboratory science is preferred.

associate degreebachelor degreeQuality AssuranceProblem SolvingData EntrySpecimen Processing

Job description

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Job Title Lab Technician III - Immunohistochemistry Location Cleveland Facility Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Department Immunohistochemistry-Diagnostics Institute Job Code C1917S Shift Days Schedule 7:00am-3:30pm Job Summary Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family.
Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the world.
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.
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is a vital laboratory technique used by pathologists to detect specific antigens (like proteins) in tissue samples.
By utilizing antibodies that bind exclusively to target molecules, IHC allows medical professionals to visualize and map the exact location of diseases—such as specific cancer types—within their structural context.
As a Laboratory Technician on this team, you will review consultations from other labs, evaluate paperwork for identifiers and complete data entry tasks.
You will coordinate with leadership, supervisors, Pathologists and other lab reps to direct workflow and organize daily departmental functioning.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with some of the best Pathologists in the field within an innovative, constantly evolving healthcare enterprise.
We’re looking for someone who is excited to grow with our team and see their impact over time.
This role involves specialized training and a deep understanding of our processes, offering the opportunity to build meaningful experience, develop strong working relationships, and contribute to the continued success of our lab.
A caregiver in this position works days| full-time| 7:00am—3:30pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will: Perform advanced manual processing and problem-solving techniques in laboratory accessioning/data entry, problem investigations and resolution.
Be involved in creating slides and/or duties associated with the subspecialty client liaison.
Be familiar with data analytics.
Receive and accession specimens into the LIS.
Conduct higher level accessioning in the LIS including esoteric testing.
Conduct advanced tracking investigations.
Serve as a subspecialty client liaison.
Be responsible for advanced problem solving/issue resolution (pending log/SERS/block QA).
The following duties are specific to Anatomic Pathology: perform tasks involved with creating slides and/or cell blocks, perform frozen section processing (frozen section slide creation), create cell block slides, clinical histology tissue embedding, and assist in cytology adequacy assessments.
Prepare specimens for analysis.
Perform manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting and routine maintenance).
Run and resolve LIS logs.
Retrieve, sort, track and deliver specimens.
Perform logistic activities within and outside of lab.
Use tracking software/devices.
Comply with safety, SOP & regulations.
Maintain appropriate documentation.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Associate degree (preferably in science) Two years of lab processing experience Four years of lab technician or comparable processing experience may substitute the education requirement Active enrollment in the Cleveland Clinic MLS program may substitute the education and experience requirement Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, physics or medical laboratory science.
This may substitute the experience requirement Prior laboratory experience (academic or professional) Research experience gained through coursework, independent projects or internships Physical Requirements: Ability to perform specimen handling techniques and take measurements.
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
Ability to move throughout the department and hospital system.
Handles and transports bio-hazardous materials and potential carcinogens.
Ability to differentiate color, hue, saturation, and tones.
Ability to live/move up to 50 lbs.
Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as defined in the exposure control plan.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment.
All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program.
You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
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