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:
- 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:
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:
Various certifications listed including Blood Bank Technologist (BB), Chemistry Technologist (C), Clinical Chemist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), Specialist in multiple disciplines, and others from recognized accrediting bodies such as American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), state departments of health across multiple states.
Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America)
Job Type: Employee
Department: 3400000037 Blood Bank
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Benefits:
- Paid Parental Leave for eligible team members.
- Flexible Payment Options through DailyPay.
- Upfront Tuition Coverage through FlexPath Funded.
SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics.
