Medical Laboratory Scientist - MLS II

Additional Information About the Role Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II

Barnes-Jewish St. Peter's Hospital

Barnes-Jewish St. Peter's Hospital is seeking a full‑time Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II to join its laboratory team as a Generalist. This is an excellent opportunity for an ASCP‑certified laboratory professional who enjoys working in a community‑based hospital environment and performing a broad range of laboratory testing.

• Full‑time
• 3 twelve‑hour shifts per week
• 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Weekend and holiday rotation required

• ASCP, AMT, AAB or equivalent
• Strong generalist laboratory skills and attention to quality patient care

• Sign‑on bonus eligible
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, community‑focused hospital setting
• Broad laboratory experience across multiple specialties

Barnes‑Jewish St. Peters Hospital proudly serves the health care needs of families in St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren counties. The 102‑bed community hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services including the Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes‑Jewish St. Peters Hospital, the Breast Health and Women’s Center, the Cardiology Center, the Neurosurgery Center, and the Outpatient Surgery and Endoscopy Center.

Barnes‑Jewish St. Peters Hospital is an Accredited Chest Pain Center and carries a Level II stroke certification. Additionally, the hospital’s medical office building houses offices for specialists in primary care, cardiology, obstetrics, dermatology, surgery, and pulmonology. Barnes‑Jewish St. Peters Hospital also offers outpatient services including physical therapy, a sleep laboratory, and cardio‑pulmonary rehabilitation.

At Barnes‑Jewish St. Peters Hospital, every decision is made in the best interest of patients and families. The Laboratory Departments provide inpatient and outpatient services.

Role Purpose

The Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II performs specimen processing and routine/complex testing on blood and other specimens. This role requires a knowledge and understanding of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, and procedure methodologies and reference ranges. The technologist maintains appropriate documentation of all activities as required and demonstrates good clinical laboratory practice.

• Operate all instrumentation in assigned areas to deliver precise, timely, and accurate laboratory results.
• Perform all testing and operation of equipment as necessary to deliver quality results.
• Train new laboratory personnel in methods, procedures, and use of equipment and instruments specific to the assigned area.
• Perform quality controls for all equipment and troubleshoot malfunctioning instrumentation as necessary.
• Assess technical and instrument problems, including quality control and abnormal findings, evaluate possible solutions and choose an appropriate course of action to solve the problem.
• Report and maintain records of patient test results through the laboratory computer system accurately, meeting published turnaround times for routine testing and stats.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and initiatives by proactively diagnosing and resolving problems.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical/Life Science or related field.

Experience

• Less than 2 years

Supervisor Experience

• No experience

Licenses & Certifications

• ASCP, AMT, AAB or equivalent or eligible

BJC Total Rewards

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of month after hire date.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
• 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 our Benefits Summary.

* 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