Medical Laboratory Scientist - MLS II

BJC HealthCare • O'Fallon, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Progress West Hospital has a full-time Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II position to work as a Generalist, including Chemistry, Hematology, Coag, Urinalysis, and Blood Bank. This is a great opportunity for a Lab Professional who is ASCP registered and enjoys working in a community-based hospital. The role involves 3 12-hour shifts (day) with a weekend/holiday rotation, from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm. This position is eligible for a Sign-on Bonus.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical/Life Science or related field
• <2 years of experience
• ASCP, AMT, AAB or equivalent or eligible certification

Nice To Haves

• Supervisor Experience < 2 years

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.

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: Mid Level