Chemistry Technical Specialist

Indiana University Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Lab Supervisor at Bedford Hospital to oversee technical work, ensure quality laboratory testing, and maintain compliance across regional sites. The role emphasizes training, policy development, and cross-site collaboration.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in a related science, CLIA TC/TS qualifications, and 4+ years of high-complexity lab experience with travel to regional locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or a related science.
• CLIA TC and TS qualifications required.
• 4+ years in high-complexity laboratory testing; 2+ years in moderate complexity.
• Certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel regionally.
• Strong computer/software knowledge.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversees technical work to ensure quality test results across regional labs.
• Maintains training, quality control, and documentation.
• Writes and updates policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with CLIA and ASHI regulations and inspection readiness.
• Travels to regional sites and coordinates with lab leaders.
• Coordinates regional/system projects related to technical/regulatory functions.
• Keeps abreast of trends by reading publications and collaborating with SMEs.

Skills

Computer skills

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science

Tools

ASCP/AMT/NCA certification

Job description

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 16 hospitals and more than 34,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state! We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.

The laboratories of IU Health offer some of the most comprehensive laboratory services in Indiana! Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the laboratories perform more than 19 million tests a year. In addition to IU Health, laboratory testing services are provided to hospitals and physicians across the country.

Shift: Full Time Day

Location: Bedford Hospital (Bedford, IN)

Responsibilities

Oversees the technical work within specified areas to ensure quality and acceptability of tests results across the regional laboratory sites. Ensures complete accurate laboratory record keeping regarding training, competency, quality control, quality assurance, instrument function checks, maintenance, reagents, validation, and correlation. Writes, reviews, and updates laboratory policies and procedures. Assists with validation and correlations, as needed. Ensures laboratory CAP and depending on the laboratory environment/department ASHI regulation compliance and inspection readiness by assembling required evidence of compliance for the laboratory. Collects and analyzes data and prepares a variety of special and recurring analyses and reports, as needed. Develops training protocols, and documents, and ensures completion of training of all team members through train the trainer deployment. Works directly with team members to correct compliance concerns. Provides Lab Supervisor(s) information and feedback regarding team member performance on compliance issues. Attends system committee meetings and communicates action items, as needed, to regional lab leaders and team members. Works with other technical specialists to create regional and system solutions. Manages regional and system projects related to the technical and regulatory compliance functions within the laboratory. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate publications and communication/interaction with subject matter experts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in medical technology, chemical, physical or biological science is required.
• Requires Qualification as CLIA Technical Consultant (TC) and Technical Supervisor (TS).
• Minimum 4 years experience in high complexity laboratory testing is required. Minimum 2 years experience in moderate complexity testing is required. Requires appropriate certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA or equivalent certification.
• Requires appropriate certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA or equivalent certification. May require CHS(ACHI) certification, depending on the laboratory environment/department.
• Requires travel to locations within region on a regular basis. Travel to other regions, as needed.
• Requires extensive knowledge about computers and use of various software programs.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of standard operating procedures and testing techniques.
• Requires ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Requires knowledge of state and federal regulations.

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you.
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn.