What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Lab Scientist (MLS / MLT) position at SSM Health?
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Job Highlights:
· Department: Lab
· Schedule: Full Time Nights, 6p - 6:30a
· Variable nights, rotating weekends
· MLT / MLS preferred
· Location: Midwest City
Our mission and values put the patient first and helps you to feel valued while respecting teamwork and collaboration. Our MLS / MLT roles are an integral piece in our care team and we see it as a partnership. At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate people like you.
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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.
Work Shift:
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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.
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