MT/MLS II - Core Lab

BJC HealthCare • St. Louis, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II works in the Core Laboratory at St. Louis Children's Hospital, processing specimens and performing routine and complex testing on blood and other specimens. The role requires knowledge of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, testing methodologies, and reference ranges. The technologist maintains documentation of work activities and demonstrates good clinical laboratory practice.

This is a full-time position working four 10-hour shifts per week on nights, from 7:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with rotating weekends. The position is benefits-eligible.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in physical science, life science, or a related field.
• ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent certification, or eligibility for certification.
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, procedure methodologies, and reference ranges.

Nice To Haves

• Less than two years of supervisor experience.

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 the use of equipment and instruments specific to the assigned area.
• Perform quality controls for equipment and troubleshoot malfunctioning instrumentation.
• Assess technical and instrument problems, including quality-control issues 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.
• Complete specific quality functions in an organized and timely manner.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and legal services available on 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.

What This Job Offers

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