Clinical Laboratory Scientist

SSM Health

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

St. Louis, Missouri

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform routine and complex laboratory analyses, including chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to support patient diagnosis and treatment. Interpret test results, communicate findings to physicians, and maintain laboratory equipment and quality control standards.

Qualifications

You have an associate's degree or equivalent experience and no prior experience is required. You will perform routine and complex technical laboratory analyses, interpret test results, and operate complex laboratory equipment. A valid ASCP certification or equivalent is required.

Must Have Skills for ATS

ASCP certification

Blood Bank Technologist

Chemistry Technologist

Clinical Chemist

Clinical Chemist Scientist

Clinical Hematologist Scientist

Clinical Laboratory Personnel

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Clinical Laboratory Technician

Cytogenetics Technologist

Hematology Technologist

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Technologist

Microbiology Technologist

Molecular Biology Technologist

Specialist in Blood Banking

Specialist in Chemistry

Specialist in Cytology

Specialist in Cytometry

Specialist in Microbiology

Specialist in Molecular Biology

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:

Join our dynamic laboratory team in a day‑shift Clinical Lab Scientist role offering flexible full‑time scheduling options. Our 1.0 FTE position features a balanced mix of two 12‑hour shifts (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM) and two 8‑hour shifts (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) each week. We also offer a 0.9 FTE schedule consisting of 12‑hour shifts from 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM. Both roles include a predictable rotation of every 4th weekend and two holidays per year.

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 Cytometry (SCYM) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
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  •     Or
  •     Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

3402000037 ChemistryScheduled Weekly Hours:40

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.

SSM Health

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit, fully integrated health system dedicated to advancing innovative, sustainable, and compassionate care for patients and communities throughout the Midwest and beyond. The organization’s 40,000 team members and 13,900 providers are committed to fulfilling SSM Health’s Mission: “Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.” With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma and Wisconsin, SSM Health includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. It is one of the largest employers in every community it serves. For more information, visit ssmhealth.com Visit jobs.ssmhealth.com to fulfill your calling with SSM Health. Together – We Care.
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