Job Description
Job ID: 1211541
Employment Status: Full-Time
More Information:
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital is known for outstanding patient care and offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment. Our partnership with Washington University Physicians, BJC Medical Group and private practice physicians allows patients access to the latest research, medicine and technology. This hospital is conveniently located just west of I-270 at Mason Road and Olive Boulevard and offers free employee parking. With the opening of our replacement hospital, new team members will have wonderful opportunities to start and grow their career at BJC. To learn more, visit BarnesJewishWestCounty.org
Overview
Role Purpose
Provide technical support and expertise in a specialized area of laboratory testing. Performs testing and processing of routine and complex testing on blood and other specimens as well as acts as a resource person to staff. Assumes delegated responsibilities in specific areas of the laboratory as assigned, while acting as a resource person to the staff.
Responsibilities
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.
Operates all equipment/instrumentation in assigned areas to deliver precise, timely, and accurate laboratory results. Reports and maintains record of patient test results through the laboratory computer system accurately, meeting published turn around times for routine testing and stats.
Coordinates with other specialists, coordinators and supervisors to schedule and assess competence of staff.
Teaches and/or trains new and established staff members and students in routine and specialized techniques used. Participates in competency assessment of staff.
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
Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
– Physical/Life Science/related
Experience
2-5 years
Supervisor Experience
No Experience
Licenses & Certifications
MT/MLS – ASCP or equiv
Preferred Requirements and Additional Job Information
Experience
5-10 years
Licenses & Certifications
Cert/Lic in Area of Expertise
Benefits Statement
Note: not all benefits apply to all openings
– Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and disability plan options
– Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan
– 401(k) plan
– Tuition Assistance
– Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
– On-Site Fitness Center (depending on location)
– Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time
*Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital East, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health Center