MT/MLS II - Flow Cytometry

BJC HealthCare; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Barnes Jewish Hospital is seeking a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II to perform specimen processing and routine/complex testing. You will ensure quality control, instrument maintenance, and proper documentation while delivering timely results.

The role requires a BS in a physical or life science, ASCP or equivalent certification, and up to 2 years of experience. Preferred experience includes Flow Cytometry.

Qualifications

• BS in physical or life science required.
• ASCP or equivalent certification required.
• 2 years or fewer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate instrumentation to deliver accurate lab results.
• Train new staff in methods and use of equipment.
• Perform quality controls and troubleshoot instrumentation issues.
• Document patient test results accurately in LIS with timely reporting.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and initiatives.

Skills

Quality control

Instrument operation

Training others

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Physical/Life Science

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Are you looking for a career as a MT/MLS II? Join our team at Barnes Jewish Hospital to make a direct impact on patient care and operations.

• Full Time - 40 Hours Per Week, M-F, Rotating Weekends
• Evening Shift: 2pm-10:30pm
• Perks: Benefits Eligible
• Location: Barnes Jewish Hospital
• Minimum Requirement:
  • BS in a physical or life science related field
  • ASCP or equivalent
• Preferred Requirement:
  • Flow Cytometry-specific experience

Overview

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

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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

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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