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Lab Operations Coordinator Jobs in High Ridge, MO

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab operations coordinator in High Ridge, MO is $22.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.98 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lab Operations Coordinator vs Lab Technician?

AspectLab Operations CoordinatorLab Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in a science or related fieldOften requires an associate degree or certification in laboratory techniques
Work EnvironmentAdministrative and coordination tasks in laboratory settingsHands-on testing and sample analysis in labs
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across healthcare, research, and industrial labs for operational supportPrimarily involved in conducting experiments and tests

The Lab Operations Coordinator focuses on managing lab workflows, scheduling, and compliance, while the Lab Technician performs the technical testing and analysis. Both roles are essential but differ in responsibilities and daily tasks.

Surgical Pathology Technical Coordinator

BJC HealthCare

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

$34.67 - $57.56/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 hours ago


BJC Healthcare rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 228 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

188th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Additional Information About the Role
BJC HealthCare System is hiring a Full-Time Surgical Pathology Technical Coordinator at Missouri Baptist Medical Center (MBMC) - Surgical Pathology Dept
Position Details:
  • Day Shift Hours: Mon-Fri (7am - 3:30pm)
  • Provide bench level support to all positions within Anatomic Pathology
  • Provide operational oversight such as facilitation of schedules
  • Mentor & train new staff
  • Assess & prioritize work

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Physical/Life Science or related field
  • CT (ASCP) or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years of cytology experience

Why Join Us?
  • Work with a highly skilled, compassionate, supportive, and caring team
  • Growth opportunities to learn new skills and advance (cross-train)

Next Steps:
  • If selected to move forward with the Interview Process, a Talent Advisor will contact you via email for a screen

Overview
Missouri Baptist Medical Center, an acute care hospital in St. Louis County, offers a full continuum of medical and surgical services, including heart care, cancer, women and infants, breast health, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, stroke, therapy, wound and pain management services. The hospital has a 24-hour adult emergency department and cares for pediatric patients at a separate emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Missouri Baptist is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The prestigious designation is the highest credential a health care organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This recognition has been accomplished by less than nine percent of hospitals nationwide. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital #2 in the St. Louis metro area.
The Clinical Laboratory at Missouri Baptist Medical Center is committed to improving the health and wellness of patients through our expertise in laboratory medicine and strong customer service. The laboratory performs over 1 million tests annually with a focus on providing accurate and timely results and services to patients and the community we serve. The laboratory is fully accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB).
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose
Performs all duties of a cytotechnologist or histotechnologist/histotechnician, utilizing the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively meet the needs of all patients and clients by providing quality results in a timely manner. Provides daily operational oversight (determine schedules, manage day to day workflow, and give input into an assessment or disciplinary action). Provides technical support to all bench level positions within Anatomic Pathology. May be responsible for one or more technical areas of focus, to include training, quality assurance, and technical support.
Responsibilities
  • Assesses workload, prioritizes work, makes staffing adjustments and assists staff when needed. Coordinates/reviews schedules with supervisors and coordinators to ensure adequate staffing for shift.
  • Focuses on quality by assembling and reviewing statistical data and assuring performance of all quality control procedures. Ensures quality control and instrumentation maintenance records meet standards of accrediting and licensing agencies. Assist the department Lab Director and Lab Supervisors, as appropriate, in the implementation of new QC/QA policies and continuous quality improvement programs in accordance with the Quality Management Program. Provides support during inspections.
  • Oversees department operations in the absence of a supervisor. Coordinates the operation of the anatomic pathology information system within the laboratory.
  • Ability to perform, maintain quality, and troubleshoot testing in a broad range of histochemical, immunohistochemical, immunofluorescent, and/or cytochemical procedures.
  • Mentors and/or trains new and established staff members and students in routine and specialized techniques used in the laboratory. Participates in competency assessment of staff and proctors competency or proficiency testing.
  • BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

  • Minimum Requirements
    Education
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • - Physical/Life Science/related
    Experience
  • 2-5 years

  • Licenses & Certifications
  • CT-ASCP or equiv
  • HT-ASCP or equiv
  • HTL-ASCP or equiv

  • Preferred Requirements
    Experience
  • 5-10 years

  • Supervisor Experience
  • No Experience

  • 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

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    BJC Healthcare, situated in Saint Louis, MO, US, is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the United States. Launched in 1993, BJC encompasses 15 hospitals and multiple health service organizations covering the metropolitan St. Louis area, mid-Missouri and Southern Illinois. This healthcare titan's services cover a vast field, from community health and wellness, to pediatric care, to advanced specialty care. BJC is well-known for its two nationally recognized hospitals, Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital, both affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine. Its mission revolves around improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves through leadership, education, innovation, and excellence in medicine.

    Industry

    Health care and social assistance

    Company size

    10,000+ Employees

    Headquarters location

    Saint Louis, MO, US