Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead

It’s more than a career, it’s a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead Take the next step in your laboratory career as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead, where your expertise and leadership directly support high-quality patient care. This role offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with shifts of 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., or 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., along with rotating weekend, holiday and on call every 5th or 6th weekend. We are seeking a certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) with at least two years of experience in general chemistry and hematology. The ideal candidate brings strong critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills, and thrives in a collaborative environment while confidently leading day-to-day laboratory operations. Job Summary Under general direction, supervises assignments within the laboratory and acts as a resource to the laboratory. Job Responsibilities and Requirements 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. 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. Education Associate’s degree or equivalent years of experience and education Experience Two years’ experience 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. Required Professional License and/or Certifications Blood Bank Technologist (BB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Chemistry Technologist (C) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Clinical Chemist - California Department of Public Health Clinical Chemist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Clinical Hematologist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Clinical Laboratory Personnel - Florida Department of Health Clinical Laboratory Practitioners - West Virginia Department of Health Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) - California Department of Public Health Clinical Laboratory Specialist - ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice Clinical Laboratory Specialist - State of Hawaii Department of Health Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Clinical Laboratory Technician - New York State Education Department Clinical Microbiologist - California Department of Public Health Clinical Microbiologist Scientist - California Department of Public Health CLS – Clinical Laboratory Scientist License - Montana Department of Labor & Industry CLS – Clinical Laboratory Scientist - New York State Education Department CLS – Clinical Laboratory Specialist License - Montana Department of Labor & Industry CLS – Clinical Laboratory Technician License - Montana Department of Labor & Industry CLS - Generalist - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners CLS - Specialist - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners CLS - Technician - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners Cytogenetics Technologist (CG) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Hematology Technologist (H) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Laboratory Personnel - TN Department of Health Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) - ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Association for Bioanalysts (AAB) Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Medical Laboratory Technician - California Department of Public Health Medical Laboratory Technician - State of Hawaii, Department of Health Medical Lab Personnel - Department of Health and Human Services Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Medical Technologist (MT)/Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice Medical Technologist (MT) - American Association for Bioanalysts (AAB) Medical Technologist (MT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Medical Technologist (MT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Medical Technologist - State of Hawaii, Department of Health Microbiology Technologist (M) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Molecular Biology Technologist (MB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Specialist in Chemistry (SC) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Specialist in Cytology (SCT) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Specialist in Microbiology (SM) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB) (International Included) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Work Shift Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type Employee Department 3402000037 Chemistry Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 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. Explore All Benefits SSM 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM Health