Job Overview
Work Schedule
Night Shifts
Benefits
Paid parental leave
flexible payment options
upfront tuition coverage
Job Description
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is a prominent healthcare facility that is part of the larger SSM Health network, which is known for its commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. Located in Saint Louis, Missouri, this hospital serves a broad and diverse patient population, providing advanced medical treatments and comprehensive support services. The hospital is dedicated to not only meeting but exceeding the health care needs of the community through innovation, research, and a patient-centered approach. SSM Health as an organization is rooted in the values of healing, respect, and excellence, delivering care that encompasses physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of patients.
The position available at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is a Laboratory Technician role within the Blood Bank department. This is a regular full-time position requiring the night shift commitment of 40 hours a week. The role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about clinical laboratory work and wish to contribute directly to patient diagnosis and treatment through high-quality laboratory testing and analysis. The Laboratory Technician operates under general direction, responsible for performing both routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures and protocols. This includes chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic examinations, providing critical data that aids physicians in delivering accurate clinical diagnoses.
In this role, the technician will perform a full range of laboratory tests, from simple blood tests to more complex diagnostic procedures. They will interpret test reports, communicate findings to physicians, and escalate critical or abnormal results as needed. Operating complex electronic and precision instruments, maintaining equipment accuracy through preventive maintenance, and assisting providers in selecting appropriate tests are crucial aspects of the job. The technician also participates in quality control procedures, proficiency testing, and keeps current with scientific developments by reviewing literature and attending seminars.
The blood bank laboratory technician position requires someone highly detail-oriented, able to work safely and attentively with hazardous materials, and adept at troubleshooting and calibrating sophisticated lab instruments. Candidates will have an associate's degree or equivalent education and experience, and no prior professional experience is required, making this an excellent entry point into clinical laboratory sciences. The hospital offers a supportive working environment that fosters ongoing learning and professional development.
This job not only offers the chance to build a rewarding career in healthcare but also aligns with SSM Health's mission of providing holistic care that improves the lives of patients. Employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid parental leave, flexible payment options, and upfront tuition coverage. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment, committed to creating a respectful workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
The position available at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is a Laboratory Technician role within the Blood Bank department. This is a regular full-time position requiring the night shift commitment of 40 hours a week. The role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about clinical laboratory work and wish to contribute directly to patient diagnosis and treatment through high-quality laboratory testing and analysis. The Laboratory Technician operates under general direction, responsible for performing both routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures and protocols. This includes chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic examinations, providing critical data that aids physicians in delivering accurate clinical diagnoses.
In this role, the technician will perform a full range of laboratory tests, from simple blood tests to more complex diagnostic procedures. They will interpret test reports, communicate findings to physicians, and escalate critical or abnormal results as needed. Operating complex electronic and precision instruments, maintaining equipment accuracy through preventive maintenance, and assisting providers in selecting appropriate tests are crucial aspects of the job. The technician also participates in quality control procedures, proficiency testing, and keeps current with scientific developments by reviewing literature and attending seminars.
The blood bank laboratory technician position requires someone highly detail-oriented, able to work safely and attentively with hazardous materials, and adept at troubleshooting and calibrating sophisticated lab instruments. Candidates will have an associate's degree or equivalent education and experience, and no prior professional experience is required, making this an excellent entry point into clinical laboratory sciences. The hospital offers a supportive working environment that fosters ongoing learning and professional development.
This job not only offers the chance to build a rewarding career in healthcare but also aligns with SSM Health's mission of providing holistic care that improves the lives of patients. Employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid parental leave, flexible payment options, and upfront tuition coverage. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment, committed to creating a respectful workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Job Requirements
- Associate's degree or equivalent years of education and experience
- No prior experience required
- Ability to lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements
- Use of vision to identify colors and distances
- Use of hearing and speech for communication
- Ability to perform occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping
- Night shift availability
- Required professional license or certification relevant to the clinical laboratory field as specified by the State of work location
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree or equivalent education and experience
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and safety protocols
- Ability to operate and maintain complex laboratory instruments
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication skills to convey test results to medical staff
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Job Duties
- Perform a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to complex analyses
- Interpret test reports and communicate findings to physicians
- Escalate unusual, critical or abnormal results
- Operate complex electronic equipment, computers and precision instruments
- Maintain accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures
- Assist providers in choosing appropriate lab tests
- Perform and evaluate quality control procedures
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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