MT/MLS II - Bone Marrow
About The Position
The Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II performs specimen processing and routine and complex testing on blood and other specimens. The role requires knowledge of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, procedure methodologies, and reference ranges. The technologist maintains documentation of activities and demonstrates good clinical laboratory practice. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with no weekends or holidays, on the evening shift from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; a four 10-hour-day schedule may be possible. Laboratory professionals work in a full-service, 24/7 laboratory with advanced testing protocols, technology, and clinical techniques, and may have opportunities to participate in clinical trials and research in conjunction with organizations such as Washington University School of Medicine.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a physical science, life science, or related field.
- ASCP, AMT, AAB, equivalent certification, or eligibility.
Nice To Haves
- Less than two years of supervisor experience is listed as preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate instrumentation in assigned areas and perform testing and equipment operation to deliver precise, timely, accurate, and quality laboratory results.
- Train new laboratory personnel in methods, procedures, and use of equipment and instruments specific to the assigned area.
- Perform quality controls for equipment and troubleshoot malfunctioning instrumentation as necessary.
- Assess technical and instrument problems, including quality control and abnormal findings; evaluate possible solutions and select an appropriate course of action.
- Accurately report and maintain patient test-result records through the laboratory computer system while meeting published turnaround times for routine and stat testing.
- Participate in performance-improvement activities and initiatives by proactively diagnosing and resolving problems.
- Handle specific quality functions in an organized and timely manner.
- Maintain appropriate documentation of activities and demonstrate good clinical laboratory practice.
Benefits
- Benefits eligible; sign-on bonus eligible.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and legal services available the first day of the month after hire.
- Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
- Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
- 401(k) plan with BJC match.
- Tuition assistance available on the first day.
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
- Adoption assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
