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Clinical Lab Scientist

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Preferred Lab generalist experience and ASCP certified is a requirement. Job Summary: Under general direction, interpret and report test results. Perform routine and complex technical laboratory ...

SSM Health

Clinical Lab Scientist

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Preferred Lab generalist experience and ASCP certified is a requirement. Job Summary: Under general direction, interpret and report test results. Perform routine and complex technical laboratory ...

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Clinical Lab Scientist

SSM Health

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

SSM Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 543 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

492nd of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
This is a full-time, night-shift position working Sunday-Friday from 6:00PM-6:30AM, rotating every third Saturday. Preferred Lab generalist experience and ASCP certified is a requirement.
Job Summary:
Under general direction, interpret and report test results. Perform routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures and protocols. Perform chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Performs a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests.
  • Interprets test reports and communicates findings to physicians.
  • Escalates unusual, critical or abnormal results.
  • Operates complex electronic equipment, computers and precision instruments.
  • Maintains accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures.
  • Assists providers in choosing appropriate lab test.
  • Performs and evaluates quality control procedures.
  • Operates, maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots instruments.
  • Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials.
  • Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in field.
  • Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
  • Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education

EXPERIENCE
  • No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
  • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
  • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
  • Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
  • Rare climbing.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
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  • Specialist in Chemistry (SC) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
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  • Specialist in Cytology (SCT) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
  • Or
  • Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
  • Or
  • Specialist in Microbiology (SM) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
  • Or
  • Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:
Employee
Department:
3403000037 Hematology
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
  • Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
  • Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
  • Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

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