Medical Laboratory Scientist (Non-Reg) - Microbiology

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join BJC as a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in St. Louis and play a crucial role in patient care. You'll be part of a dedicated Microbiology team, responsible for delivering precise laboratory results. This role offers a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits from day one.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance from day one

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance available from first day

Paid Time Off benefit

Qualifications

• Good laboratory practices essential.
• Knowledge of quality control required.
• Experience in testing and instrumentation operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates instrumentation to deliver accurate lab results.
• Reports results accurately through lab computer systems.
• Performs quality controls and troubleshoots equipment issues.

Skills

Laboratory Practices

Quality Control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical/Life Science or related

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Are you looking for a career as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (Non-Reg) ? Look no further than BJC!As a MLS I at BJC Healthcare , you play a crucial role in the delivery of high-quality patient care. Join our Microbiology team to be an integral part of delivering precise and reliable laboratory results that impact patient outcomes positively.

• Evening Shift: 3pm-1130pm rotating weekends and holidays
• $$ Evening Shift Differential $$
• $5,000 Sign-On-Bonus Eligible

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The Department of Laboratories, Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH), is a full service laboratory, operating 24 hours a day. Laboratory Services are provided in Hematology, Immunology, Chemistry, Toxicology, Flow Cytometry, Cytology, Surgical Pathology, Microbiology, and Transfusion Medicine.¿ Additionally, BJH operates a Histocompatibility Laboratory (HLA), blood donor/Pheresis Service, a Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory, and Bone Marrow/Stem Cell Preservation Laboratory in support of the tertiary care mission of BJH and laboratory diagnostic needs of BJC HealthCare members and affiliates and other clients.¿ The laboratory oversees point of care testing hospital-wide. Laboratory analysis is performed on specimens of blood, urine, other body fluids, and tissue specimens submitted for testing on order of a physician or other health care provider approved to order laboratory testing.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) I performs processing and routine testing on blood and other specimens which requires a knowledge and understanding of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, and procedure methodologies and reference ranges. Demonstrates good laboratory practices.

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.

Reports results through the laboratory computer system accurately, meeting published turn around times for routine testing and stats.

Performs quality controls for all equipment and troubleshoots malfunctioning instrumentation as necessary.

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

Preferred Requirements

Experience

5-10 years

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
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 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 www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*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