Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead
Job Summary
This is a full time evening shift Clinical Lab Scientist Lead position for Central Accessioning at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Apply today and make a difference where accuracy and leadership matters most.
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM; every third weekend rotation; 2-3 holidays per year
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.
- Aids 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
Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education. Experience: Two years' 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
- State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
- Blood Bank Technologist (BB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Chemistry Technologist (C) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Or...
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: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits
About the Role
WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison Worker Type Regular
Schedule
Evening Shift (United States of America)
Department
3406000007 Lab - Central Access
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Equal Opportunity Employer
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. Click here to learn more.