SonicJobs Logo
Left arrow iconBack to search

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II - Generalist

BJC HealthCare
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 11 days
Location

St. Peters, MO, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Sign On Bonus

By applying, a BJC HealthCare account will be created for you. BJC HealthCare's Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions will apply.

SonicJobs' Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy also apply.

Additional Information About the Role

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II - Generalist

 

Barnes-Jewish St. Peter's Hospital

Barnes-Jewish St. Peter's Hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II to join our laboratory team as a Generalist. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced laboratory professional who enjoys working in a community hospital environment and performing a broad range of testing across multiple laboratory disciplines.

Schedule

  • Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Four 10-hour night shifts
  • 7:30 PM to 6:00 AM
  • Every other weekend required
  • Rotating holidays

Responsibilities

  • Perform moderate and highly complex laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures
  • Analyze, verify, and report accurate patient test results
  • Maintain quality control and quality assurance standards
  • Troubleshoot instrumentation and resolve technical issues
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related science field
  • ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent certification required/preferred
  • Previous clinical laboratory experience preferred
  • Strong generalist laboratory skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus eligible
  • Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
  • Opportunity to gain broad laboratory experience across multiple specialties
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Career growth and development opportunities

Join a dedicated laboratory team committed to providing outstanding patient care in a supportive community-focused hospital setting.

 


Overview

Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital proudly serves the health care needs of families in St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren counties. The 102-bed community hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services including the Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, the Breast Health and Women’s Center, the Cardiology Center, the Neurosurgery Center and the Outpatient Surgery and Endoscopy Center.

 

Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital is an Accredited Chest Pain Center and carries a Level II stroke certification. Additionally, the hospital’s medical office building houses offices for specialists in primary care, cardiology, obstetrics, dermatology, surgery and pulmonology. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital also offers outpatient services including physical therapy, a sleep lab, and cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation.

 

 

At Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, every decision is made in the best interest of patients and families. The Laboratory Departments provides inpatient and outpatient services.


Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

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

 

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.
  • Minimum Requirements

    Education

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • - Physical/Life Science/related

    Experience

  • <2 years
  • Supervisor Experience

  • No Experience
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • ASCP, AMT,AAB or equiv or elig
  • Preferred Requirements

    Supervisor Experience

  • < 2 years

  • Benefits and Legal Statement

    BJC Total Rewards

    At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

    • 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

    To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

    *Not all benefits apply to all jobs

    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer




    Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site

    Apply now in a few quick clicks

    By applying, a BJC HealthCare account will be created for you. BJC HealthCare's Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions will apply.

    SonicJobs' Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy also apply.