MT/MLS II - Microbiology at BJC HealthCare

St. Louis, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Microbiology, Laboratory testing, Quality control, Regulatory compliance, Instrumentation troubleshooting, Specimen processing, Clinical laboratory practice, Data documentation, Hematology, Immunology, Chemistry, Toxicology, Flow cytometry, Cytology, Surgical pathology, Transfusion medicine

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Additional Information About the Role As an MT/MLS II, you will perform moderate to high-complexity testing in one of the largest and most advanced hospital laboratories in the region. You will work with high-volume instrumentation while supporting a complex and critically ill patient population. Schedule Full-Time | 40 hours per week 7 days on, 7 days off (Wed - Tues) 9pm-730am Shift Differential Eligible (if applicable) Benefits Eligible Sign on Bonus eligible Key Responsibilities Perform and interpret moderate/high complexity laboratory testing Operate and troubleshoot advanced analyzers Perform quality control and ensure regulatory compliance Collaborate with clinical teams and laboratory partners Support high-volume core lab operations Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related physical/life science field (Required) Licensed and Certified in either ASCP, AMT,AAB or equiv or elig (Required) Why Join BJC? Largest lab in the BJC system Exposure to high-acuity patient population Strong team-based culture Advanced instrumentation and specialty testing opportunities Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Department of Laboratories, Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH), is a full service laboratory, operating 24 hours a day. Laboratory Services are provided in Hematology, Immunology, Chemistry, Toxicology, Flow Cytometry, Cytology, Surgical Pathology, Microbiology, and Transfusion Medicine.¿ Additionally, BJH operates a Histocompatibility Laboratory (HLA), blood donor/Pheresis Service, a Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory, and Bone Marrow/Stem Cell Preservation Laboratory in support of the tertiary care mission of BJH and laboratory diagnostic needs of BJC HealthCare members and affiliates and other clients.¿ The laboratory oversees point of care testing hospital-wide. Laboratory analysis is performed on specimens of blood, urine, other body fluids, and tissue specimens submitted for testing on order of a physician or other health care provider approved to order laboratory testing. 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

Responsibilities

Perform moderate to high-complexity laboratory testing and operate advanced analyzers to support patient care. Ensure regulatory compliance, maintain quality control, and collaborate with clinical teams to deliver accurate results.