Medical Laboratory Scientist - MLS II (Part-Time, Nights)

BJC HealthCare (New); Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus of $3,750

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

BJC HealthCare in Belleville, Illinois is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist II to join their laboratory team. This role involves operating laboratory instrumentation and performing various specimen testing while adhering to quality control protocols.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree and have experience in a laboratory setting, particularly in areas such as blood bank and hematology. A sign-on bonus of $3,750 is available for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience performing routine and complex laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of quality control and basic instrument maintenance.
• Competence in clinical laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate instrumentation to deliver accurate lab results.
• Train new laboratory personnel on methods and procedures.
• Perform quality controls and troubleshoot equipment.
• Record patient test results accurately.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Specimen processing

Quality control

Instrumentation operation

Documentation

Clinical laboratory practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical/Life Science or related field

Tools

Laboratory computer systems

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Are you looking for a career as a Medical Laboratory Scientist - MLS II? Look no further than BJC! This position is a core lab technologist (blood bank, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry). Join our Laboratory Team at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital to be an integral part of delivering precise and reliable laboratory results that impact patient outcomes positively.

• Sign-On Bonus $3,750 (for eligible applicants)
• 24 Hours Per Week
• Prefer 2x12 Hour Shifts or 3x8 Hour Shifts
• 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. or 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
• Every 5th Weekend Required
• Holiday Rotation (2 Holidays Per Year)
• Prefer this candidate have some flexibility to pick up evening hours on occasion

Overview

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment and is known for outstanding patient care. With 64 private patient rooms, 14 operating rooms and four intensive care unit rooms, the facility was designed to provide a comforting environment that is innovative, efficient and centered on the patient experience. The campus features a park-like setting with landscaping and a walking path that winds through the grounds and connects to Millennium Park.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II performs specimen processing and routine / complex testing on blood and other specimens which requires a knowledge and understanding of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, and procedure methodologies and reference ranges. Maintains appropriate documentation of all activities as required. Demonstrates good clinical laboratory practice

Responsibilities

• Operates all instrumentation in assigned areas to deliver precise, timely, and accurate laboratory results. Performs all testing and operation of equipment as necessary to deliver quality results.
• Trains new laboratory personnel in methods, procedures and use of equipment and instruments specific to the assigned area.
• Performs quality controls for all equipment and troubleshoots malfunctioning instrumentation as necessary. Assesses technical and/or instrument problems, including quality control and abnormal findings, evaluate possible solutions and chooses an appropriate course of action to solve the problem.
• Reports and maintains record of patient test results through the laboratory computer system accurately, meeting published turn around times for routine testing and stats.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and initiatives by proactively diagnosing and resolving problems. Specific quality functions are handled in an organized and timely fashion.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Physical/Life Science/related

Experience

• <2 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• ASCP, AMT, AAB or equiv or elig

Preferred Requirements

Supervisor Experience

• < 2 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer