Lab Associate II - Surgical Pathology

Additional Information About The Role

This position supports the largest laboratory in the BJC system. The Core Lab processes high volumes of specimens from one of the most complex patient populations in the region.

**This is NOT a phlebotomy position. This is a specimen processing position**

Schedule

• Full-Time | 40 hours per week
• M-F, no weekends, no holidays
• Evening shift: 12pm-830pm
• Shift Differential Eligible
• Benefits Eligible
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and process incoming specimens
• Route specimens to appropriate testing departments
• Identify and resolve specimen discrepancies
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation
• Support turnaround time goals in a high-volume environment
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Prior laboratory or specimen processing experience preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
  
  

Why Join BJC?

• Team-based workflow
• Exposure to high-acuity patient population
  
  

Overview

Barnes-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.

No other organization offers an opportunity for exploration and discovery like Barnes-Jewish Hospital. As a laboratory professional with Barnes-Jewish Hospital, you'll have exposure to the most advanced testing protocols and processes in medical diagnostics, and one of St. Louis' widest varieties of disciplines and specialties in laboratory careers. Our full-service, 24/7 laboratory is known for its leading-edge technology and the most progressive clinical techniques in practice today. you'll be working with the best, in a supportive atmosphere that will encourage your growth and advancement. Plus, you'll have opportunities to share your skills and knowledge by participating in clinical trials and research in conjunction with leading organizations such as the Washington University School of Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Perform specimen collection, specimen handling and clerical duties. Experienced in phlebotomy and proficient in performing additional tasks such as central processing duties, in-office phlebotomy, or inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders and order tests in appropriate system.
• Perform phlebotomy, positive patient identification, and positive patient interaction, proper collection and specimen integrity. May work in outpatient lab, in physician office, or off campus patient service center.
• Sort and process specimens received by the laboratory and proficiently handle all specimens received in the lab.
• Coordinates a simultaneous series of tasks accurately, including STAT orders and fluctuation in workload, prioritizing work to complete within scheduled hours and established turnaround times.
• May perform registration, inventory maintenance, and other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED
  
  

Experience

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience
  
  

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Associate's Degree
  
  

Experience

• 2-5 years
  
  

Supervisor Experience

< 2 years

Licenses & Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Phlebotomy
  
  

Benefits And Legal Statement

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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
• 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
  
  

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• 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