Technologist Specialist - HLA

BJC HealthCare • St. Louis, MO

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Technologist Specialist provides technical support and expertise in a specialized area of laboratory testing. The role performs routine and complex testing and processing of blood and other specimens, serves as a resource for laboratory staff, and assumes delegated responsibilities in assigned laboratory areas. The position is full-time at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, with a flexible day-shift start time and a choice of five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts. Occasional on-call hours are required for weekend coverage.

Barnes-Jewish Hospital offers laboratory professionals exposure to advanced diagnostic testing protocols, technology, and clinical techniques across a wide variety of laboratory disciplines. The hospital’s full-service laboratory operates 24/7, and staff may participate in clinical trials and research with organizations such as Washington University School of Medicine.

The minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a physical or life science-related field, an MT/MLS/HT/HT-ASCP or equivalent credential, and 2–5 years of experience. Preferred qualifications include 5–10 years of experience and certification or licensure in the area of expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a physical science, life science, or related field.
• MT/MLS/HT/HT-ASCP or equivalent certification or credential.
• 2–5 years of experience.
• No supervisor experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• 5–10 years of experience.
• Certification or licensure in the area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality controls for equipment and troubleshoot malfunctioning instrumentation as necessary.
• Assess technical or instrument problems, including quality-control issues and abnormal findings; evaluate possible solutions and select an appropriate course of action.
• Operate equipment and instrumentation in assigned areas to deliver precise, timely, and accurate laboratory results.
• Report and accurately maintain patient test-result records in the laboratory computer system, meeting published turnaround times for routine and STAT testing.
• Coordinate with other specialists, coordinators, and supervisors to schedule staff and assess staff competence.
• Teach and train new and established staff members and students in routine and specialized techniques.
• Participate in staff competency assessment.

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: Mid Level