MT/MLS I - Microbiology

BJC HealthCare • St. Louis, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical/Life Science/related
• <2 years of experience
• No Supervisor Experience

Nice To Haves

• 5-10 years of experience
• < 2 years of Supervisor Experience

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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level