CLS/MLS/MLT Clinical Lab Scientist - Full Time, Evenings

SSM Health; Lake Saint Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist for evening shifts at St. Joseph Hospital in Lake Saint Louis. You will perform vital laboratory analyses to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment. This full-time role offers significant benefits including a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. Ideal for entry-level professionals looking to embark on a rewarding healthcare career.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Coverage

Qualifications

• No experience required, strong lab skills preferred.
• Certified as Clinical Lab Scientist or related.
• Critical thinking in data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of laboratory tests including complex analyses.
• Interpret and communicate findings effectively.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Data Interpretation

Communication

Quality Control

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience

Job description

CLS/MLS/MLT Clinical Lab Scientist - Full Time, Evenings

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MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis

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MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

This is a full time evening shift Clinical Lab Scientist - generalist position for St. Joseph Hospital - Lake St. Louis working a total of 40 hours per week.

A one-time sign on bonus is available to qualified individuals for up to $10,000 (less taxes) with a 2 year service commitment.

Job Summary:

Under general direction, interpret and report test results. Perform routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures and protocols. Perform chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests.
• Interprets test reports and communicates findings to physicians.
• Escalates unusual, critical or abnormal results.
• Operates complex electronic equipment, computers and precision instruments.
• Maintains accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures.
• Assists providers in choosing appropriate lab test.
• Performs and evaluates quality control procedures.
• Operates, maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots instruments.
• Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials.
• Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in field.
• Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

EDUCATION

• Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education
  
  

Experience

• No experience required
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Rare climbing.
  
  

Required Professional License And/Or Certifications

State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin

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Work Shift:

Evening Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

3401000023 Laboratory

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
  
  

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

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