Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

BJC HealthCare • Saint Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Christian Hospital laboratory team as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS). This opportunity is ideal for both experienced laboratory professionals and candidates looking to grow their careers in a collaborative clinical laboratory environment. 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.

Requirements

• All experience levels considered.
• Non-registered MLS candidates must meet the applicable educational requirements, including a qualifying biology degree.
• Bachelor's Degree - Physical/Life Science/related
• ASCP, AMT,AAB or equiv or elig

Nice To Haves

• 1+ year of laboratory experience preferred.
• ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent certification preferred, but not required for the MLS role.
• Epic and WellSky experience is preferred, but not required.
• <2 years experience
• No Supervisor Experience
• < 2 years Supervisor Experience

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing and routine and complex testing on blood and other specimens.
• Apply knowledge of quality control, testing methodologies, and reference ranges.
• Perform basic instrument maintenance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of laboratory activities.
• Demonstrate strong clinical laboratory practices.
• Follow established policies and procedures throughout all phases of testing.
• Adhere to CAP, AABB, CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety guidelines.
• Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of patient information.
• 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, 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

What This Job Offers

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