It's more than a career, it's a callingWI-St. Agnes HospitalWorker Type:RegularJob Highlights:This is a full time Clinical Lab Scientist - Microbiology position working a total of 40 hours per week. The schedule is a combination of day and evening shifts with occasional late night shifts to fill in for PTO and LOA etc. The schedule also includes an every 4th weekend rotation and two holidays annually.A one-time sign on bonus is available to qualified individuals for up to $10,000 (less taxes) with a 2 year service commitment. Job Summary:Under general direction, interpret and report test results. Perform routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures and protocols. Perform chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of patients.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms 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.Assists providers in choosing appropriate lab test.Performs and evaluates quality control procedures.Operates, maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots instruments.Assists with 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.EDUCATIONAssociate's degree or equivalent years of experience and educationEXPERIENCENo experience requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSFrequent 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) Or Chemistry Technologist (C) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Cytogenetics Technologist (CG) (International Included)- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Hematology Technologist (H) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Association for Bioanalysts (AAB) Or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Medical Technologist (MT) - American Association for Bioanalysts (AAB) Or Medical Technologist (MT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Or Medical Technologist (MT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Microbiology Technologist (M) (International Included)- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Molecular Biology Technologist (MB) (International Included)- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) (International Included) – American Medical Technologist (AMT) Or Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Specialist in Chemistry (SC) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Specialist in Cytology (SCT) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM) (International Included)- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Specialist in Microbiology (SM) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB) (International Included)- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or International Medical Laboratory Scientist (IMLS) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Work Shift:Variable Shift (United States of America)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:3405000197 MICROBIOLOGYScheduled Weekly Hours:40SSM 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. 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.