Medical Laboratory Scientist

22h22 hours ago

SSM Health

Oklahoma City, US · Full-time · $48,000 – $58,000

About this role

It's more than a career, it's a calling. Our mission and values put the patient first and help you feel valued while respecting teamwork and collaboration. Under general direction, you will interpret and report test results, performing routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures and protocols.

Day-to-day, you will perform a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests. You will operate complex electronic equipment, computers, and precision instruments, and perform and evaluate quality control procedures. Escalate unusual, critical, or abnormal results to physicians.

At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate people like you. You will work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner, assisting providers in choosing appropriate lab tests and ensuring proper storage of hazardous materials. You will also assist in the proficiency testing program in the lab.

You will maintain competencies and continuing education to keep informed of new developments in the field. Daily Pay allows you to get paid daily doing the work you love in a way that fits your life. You will learn ways to adapt care and adjust treatment plans for patients' evolving needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or related field (or equivalent experience).
No prior experience required; training provided.
Ability to perform routine and complex technical laboratory analyses using established procedures.
Proficiency in operating complex electronic equipment, computers, and precision instruments.
Knowledge of quality control procedures and preventive maintenance.
Strong attention to detail and ability to escalate critical results.
Commitment to maintaining competencies and continuing education.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Responsibilities

Perform a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests.
Interpret test reports and communicate findings to physicians.
Escalate unusual, critical, or abnormal results.
Operate complex electronic equipment, computers, and precision instruments.
Perform and evaluate quality control procedures.
Maintain accuracy of equipment and reagents by performing established preventive maintenance procedures.
Assist providers in choosing appropriate lab tests and evaluate new testing methods.
Assist in the proficiency testing program and maintain competencies through continuing education.

Benefits

Daily Pay: Get paid daily for the work you do, offering flexibility to fit your life.
Shift differentials available for night, weekend, and additional shifts.
A patient-first culture that values teamwork and collaboration, where you feel valued.