Level II - Medical Lab Scientist
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
Saint Louis, MO
Sign-On Bonus
$25-41/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care402 bedsEpic Systems Corporation
Pay
- Sign-On bonus$10,000
Benefits
- Sign-On bonus
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
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BJC HealthCare System is hiring a Full-Time MT/MLS II (Reg) (Days) for our Missouri Baptist Medical Center Microbiology Dept (3015 N. Ballas Rd, St. Louis, MO, 63131)
- $10,000 Automatic Sign On Bonus Eligible!!!
- 401K plan & either a Pension Plan or a 403 (b)!!!
Position Details:
- Microbiology Position
- Day Shift – 6:30am -3:00pm (potential for 10s or 12s)- with Weekend/ Holiday Rotation
- Full-Time - 40 Hours per Week
- Reading culture plates, setting up and interpreting susceptibilities, processing AFB, mycology, specimen set up, PCR
- Mobap lab has multiple tech led committees including Continuous Quality Improvement, CAP, Safety, Party Committee, etc.
- Vitek 2, Bruker MALDI-TOF, Kiestra, Cepheid, BioFire, Virtuo, Versatrek, Cobas 4800, Veritor
Experience:
- Microbiology experience (preferred)
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical / Life Sciences or related field
- ASCP, AMT, or AAB Registration
Why Join Us?
- Work with a highly skilled, compassionate, supportive, and caring team
- Growth Opportunities to learn new skills and advance (cross-train)
- Generous Benefits Package with PTO and Tuition Assistance beginning on day 1
- Several Retirement Options including a 401K plan and either a Pension Plan or a 403 (b)
Next Steps:
- If selected to move forward with 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
The Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II performs specimen processing and routine / complex testing on blood and other specimens which requires a knowledge and understanding of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, and procedure methodologies and reference ranges. Maintains appropriate documentation of all activities as required. Demonstrates good clinical laboratory practice
Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements
Education
Experience
Supervisor Experience
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred Requirements
Supervisor 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
- Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
- 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 www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits
*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
Facility
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Missouri Baptist Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 402 beds
- Epic Systems Corporation
Employer
BJC HealthCare
About Saint Louis, MO
- The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.