Medical Lab Scientist

SSM Health; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Lab Technician/Scientist for a part-time role. This position involves performing a wide range of laboratory tests, interpreting results, and ensuring quality control. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating complex laboratory equipment and maintaining high standards of accuracy in testing. With evening shifts available, this role offers flexibility while contributing to vital patient care. Join a supportive team that values your expertise and provides opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Upfront Tuition Coverage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• No prior experience needed, but skills in laboratory testing are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of laboratory tests from simple to complex.
• Interpret test reports and communicate findings to physicians.
• Maintain equipment accuracy and assist in quality control.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control Procedures

Communication Skills

Equipment Operation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Laboratory Instruments

Computers

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City

Worker Type: PRN

This is a part time/occasional PRN Medical Lab Technician/Scientist position. The primary shift needs are evening shift hours 1330-0000.

Job Summary:

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

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

• 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.
• Performs and evaluates quality control procedures.
• Maintains accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures.
• Assists providers in choosing appropriate lab test.
• Evaluates new testing methods.
• Operates, maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots instruments.
• Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials.
• Maintains competencies and continuing education 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

• Bachelor'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: 3403000040 Laboratory - Hematology/Spec Proc

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Benefits:

• 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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