Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job Summary

This is a PRN/part time occasional Clinical Lab Scientist position for the Core Lab at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Schedule Details: Shifts available are primarily evening and night shift. PRN employees provide 4 shifts of availability per month but can work just a few of those if they can't work them all. Employees are able to work more than 4 shifts per month if the shifts are available and meet their scheduling needs. A minimum of 48 weekend hours is required annually, based on departmental needs and subject to change.

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.
• Maintains accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures.
• Aids providers in choosing appropriate lab tests.
• Performs and evaluates quality control procedures.
• Operates, maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots instruments.
• Aids in 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 and 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 License and/or Certifications

• State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
• Professional Licenses and Certifications: Blood Bank Technologist (BB), Chemistry Technologist (C), Clinical Chemist, Clinical Chemist Scientist, Clinical Hematologist Scientist, Clinical Laboratory Personnel, Clinical Laboratory Practitioners, Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist), Clinical Laboratory Specialist, Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Cytogenetics Technologist (CG), Hematology Technologist (H), Laboratory Personnel, Medical Lab Personnel, Medical Lab Scientist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Technologist (MT), Microbiology Technologist (M), Molecular Biology Technologist (MB), Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB), Specialist in Chemistry (SC), Specialist in Cytology (SCT), Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM), Specialist in Microbiology (SM), Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB).

Benefits

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Benefits include Paid Parental Leave, Flexible Payment Options, and Upfront Tuition Coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits.

About the Role

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.