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Shift: 7 days on/7 days off 9:00pm-7:30am (Call/holiday/weekend rotation)
Department: Microbiology - AP Green Laboratory
Compensation:
• Base Pay Range: $28.52 - $46.52 per hour/per year, based on experience
• Choose Between Sign-On Bonus -OR- Retention Rewards
o Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
o Retention Rewards: Up to $15,000
§ Relocation Support: Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away
§ Retention Reward (Option 1): $2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
§ Student Loan Repayment (Option 2): $2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
o Note: Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.
ABOUT THE JOB
MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our dynamic team. We need someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is dedicated to precision and accuracy in their work. As a key member of our laboratory team, you will conduct specialized tests and procedures across multiple disciplines, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and diagnosis. Your role will involve not only performing intricate laboratory tests but also collaborating closely with clinical staff to interpret results and recommend further diagnostic measures when necessary. Ideal candidates will possess a deep commitment to quality control and the ability to innovate as they stay abreast of advancements in laboratory technology and techniques. Join us at MU Health Care where your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes and contribute to cutting-edge medical research.
ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE
At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. We believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.
Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to multiple hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here, you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.
Learn more about MU Health Care.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here.
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION
Perform chemical, bacteriological, serological or microscopic laboratory test procedures on specimens in one or more laboratory sections.
Perform and monitor quality control procedures and report results to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Calibrate, standardize, and maintain equipment following established procedures. Perform troubleshooting techniques on instruments. Recognize instrument malfunctions and abnormal test results and take corrective action.
Prepare reagents, standards, and controls according to prescribed procedures.
Validate, review and report results of tests performed.
May assist higher level technical staff with the instruction and teaching of laboratory procedures and tests.
Perform tests requiring routine and/or complex instrumentation on flow cytometer, optical, photometric, electronic, automated scintillation, etc.
Review and evaluate literature for new testing and techniques.
Dispose of or properly handle biological, radioactive, and/or hazardous water in a manner that is consistent with laboratory, university, state, and federal government policy.
Participate in the ordering activities for supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
Instruct laboratory staff and when required, resident physicians, in the performance of laboratory tests of all types which require a high degree of skill and training, involving all STAT procedures.
Interpret laboratory results and discuss results with Pathologist, other clinical staff, and laboratory supervisors. May suggest additional tests based on results obtained.
May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree. Individuals who have qualified as a medical technologist by February 28, 1992 may substitute an associate's degree.
One (1) year of experience in a directly related laboratory setting, or recent graduation from an medical laboratory scientist program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring
department.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.