Senior Clinical Lab Technologist - Department of Medicine

Location: SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours: 40

Position Summary: Join the WashU’s Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Lipid Research as a medical technologist who performs routine and complex assays on blood and body fluids. Testing platforms include automated instruments (Roche, Beckman) and manual methods such as ELISA. This core lab is CLIA-certified and serves a variety of clients including physician clinics, basic and clinical research investigators, and performs contract work with outside companies.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine and complex assays according to laboratory Standard Operating Procedures.
• Includes routine maintenance and troubleshooting of instruments and equipment.
• Reviews assay data.
• Solves routine problems without supervisory assistance.
• Participates in complex problem resolution.
• Serves as a resource to medical technologists and laboratory assistants.
• Trains new employees.
• Assists with the development and validation of new assays.
• Assists with updates and the development of procedure manuals.
• Utilizes database, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Complies with all regulatory and client requirements for testing and documentation.
• Demonstrates a general understanding of assay methods and clinical relevance.
• Participates in relevant continuing education.
• Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education: Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications / Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Clinical Laboratory (8 Years)

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver’s License: A driver’s license is not required for this position.

More About This Job: WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications / Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills: Data Interpretations, Identifying Problems, Solutions Support

Grade: C11-H

Salary Range: $28.01 - $43.44 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions: For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation: If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement:

• Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness: Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• Family: We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement: Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.