Additional Information About the Role Are you looking for a career as a Technologist Specialist ? Look no further than BJC.As a Technologist Specialist at BJC Healthcare , you play a crucial role in the delivery of high-quality patient care. Join our Core Laboratory Team team to be an integral part of delivering precise and reliable laboratory results that impact patient outcomes positively.
- Night Shift Schedule 11pm-730am
- Night Shift Differential
- Every other weekend and 3 holidays per year
- Bachelor's Degree in physical/life science/related
- Licensed and Certified in either ASCP, AMT,AAB or equiv
OverviewBarnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Preferred Qualifications 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. Minimum Requirements
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Physical/Life Science/related
Experience
2-5 years Supervisor Experience
No Experience Licenses & Certifications
MT/MLS/HT/HT-ASCP or equiv Preferred Requirements
Experience
5-10 years Licenses & Certifications
Cert/Lic in Area of Expertise 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
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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