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Medical Lab Scientist (WO)

SSM Health, Vernon, Illinois, United States, 62892

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SSM Health . Salary and schedule details are below. This role is located at IL-SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon. Job Summary

Under general direction interprets and reports test results. Performs routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures and protocols. Performs 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. Performs and evaluates quality control procedures. Maintains accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures. Assists providers in choosing appropriate lab test. Evaluates new testing methods. Operates, maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots instruments. Assists with the proper storage of hazardous materials. Maintains competencies and continuing education 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

Bachelor'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 Licenses and/or Certifications

State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Blood Bank Technologist (BB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Chemistry Technologist (C) (International Included) - ASCP Or Clinical Chemist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Chemist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Hematologist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Laboratory Personnel - Florida Department of Health Or Clinical Laboratory Practitioners - West Virginia Department of Health Or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - ASCP Or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Laboratory Specialist - ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice Or Clinical Laboratory Specialist - Hawaii Department of Health Or Clinical Microbiologist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Microbiologist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or CLS – Clinical Laboratory Scientist License - Montana Department of Labor & Industry Or CLS – Clinical Laboratory Scientist - New York State Education Department Or CLS – Clinical Laboratory Specialist License - Montana Department of Labor & Industry Or CLS - Generalist - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners Or CLS - Specialist - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners Or CLS - Technician - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners Or Cytogenetics Technologist (CG) (International Included) - ASCP Or Hematology Technologist (H) (International Included) - ASCP Or Laboratory Personnel - TN Department of Health Or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (International Included) - ASCP Or Medical Lab Personnel - Nevada DPBH Or Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - AMT Or Medical Technologist (MT)/Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - ND Board Or Medical Technologist (MT) - AAB Or Medical Technologist (MT) - AMT Or Medical Technologist (MT) - ASCP Or Medical Technologist - Hawaii Department of Health Or Microbiology Technologist (M) (International Included) - ASCP Or Molecular Biology Technologist (MB) (International Included) - ASCP Or Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) (International Included) - ASCP Or Specialist in Chemistry (SC) (International Included) - ASCP Or Specialist in Cytology (SCT) (International Included) - ASCP Or Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM) (International Included) - ASCP Or Specialist in Microbiology (SM) (International Included) - ASCP Or Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB) (International Included) - ASCP Work Shift

Weekend Shift (United States of America) Job Type

Employee Department

3401000046 Laboratory Scheduled Weekly Hours

36 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: DailyPay offers instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply). Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Equal Opportunity: 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. Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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