Clinical Laboratory Scientist, IU Health Center

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Tuition subsidy

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to perform diverse clinical laboratory tests across microbiology, hematology, chemistry, serology, molecular, and urinalysis. The role involves operating instruments, maintaining QC, and reporting results through LIS and EHR systems.

Responsibilities include specimen processing, coordination of proficiency testing, phlebotomy, and ensuring safety with PPE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• ASCP certification preferred; eligibility on hire.
• 5 years experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of clinical laboratory tests across multiple disciplines to aid in diagnosis and treatment.
• Operate laboratory instruments and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Utilize LIS and EHR systems to order tests, process specimens, and report results.
• Process and package patient specimens for shipping and manage QC/QA data.
• Maintain supply levels and support proficiency testing and accreditation activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Time management

Quality focus

Fast-paced adaptability

Continued education

Initiative

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Department

IU HEALTH CENTER (BA-IUHC-IUBLA)

Department Information

No job description available

Job Summary

Department Specific Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of clinical laboratory diagnostic tests inmultiple disciplines to aid in the diagnosis and treatment ofpatients in the Indiana University Student Health Center(IUHC).
• Covers a variety of general laboratory operations includingtechnical and diagnostic equipment operation, utilization ofsoftware programs, quality control testing, patient specimencollection, and promotion of quality improvement in thelaboratory.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots diagnostic instrumentsto perform testing in the areas of microbiology, hematology,chemistry, serology, molecular, and urinalysis.
• Operatse technical equipment such as microscopes, centrifuges,automated and manual pipets, timers, and other items essential to avariety of laboratory tasks.
• Utilizes computer software systems (Laboratory InformationSystems (LIS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) to order tests,facilitates specimen collection, reports results to providers, andother related functions to support laboratory operations.
• Processes and packages patient specimens for shipping.
• Monitors and keeps laboratory supplies at sufficient levels tosustain patient testing needs.
• Completes reagent/equipment performance validations asrequired.
• Evaluates quality control results, reports, and statisticaldata for issues and trends taking corrective action(s), ifneeded.
• Prints monthly QC and Maintenance reports for laboratorymanager's final review.
• Submits monthly QC data to interlaboratory reportingentities.
• Coordinates and/or perform Proficiency Testing (PT)analyses.
• Responds quickly to visual / audible alarms multitasking asnecessary during heavy workload periods striving to meet expectedturnaround times.
• Demonstrates positive customer service skills to greet patientspresenting to the laboratory for specimen collection(s).
• Maintains professionalism through a variety of patient andcoworker interactions.
• Performs phlebotomy and other specimen collection procedures onpatients.
• Abides by safety guidelines to protect self and patients fromexposure to chemical hazards and biohazards by wearing appropriatePersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) and performing hand hygienefrequently.
• Assists with care of patients during episodes of fainting orother acute reactions stemming from specimen collection.
• Completes training and maintain certification in BLS (BasicLife Support).
• Participates in meetings and activities geared to improvepatient care, fulfill organizational strategic goals, andfacilitate staff engagement efforts.
• Collaborates with the laboratory manager to prepare forbi-annual COLA accreditation inspections.
• Completes annual competency assessment as required byCLIA/COLA.
• Maintains ASCP, or equivalent, certification status.
• Retains technical knowledge and acquire new knowledge throughContinuing Education accepted by the American Society of ClinicalPathology (ASCP).

General Responsibilities

• Acts as lead technologist, overseeing laboratoryactivities.
• Demonstrates, mentors, provides technical guidance andexpertise, and acts as a resource to other staff pertaining totesting performed.
• Resolves testing technical problems and takes remedial actionwhenever tests deviate from laboratory procedure.
• Performs advanced quality control analysis, review, andtroubleshooting.
• Performs, documents, and troubleshoots advanced maintenance andrepairs to ensure optimal performance of instrumentation.
• Creates and updates procedures of the laboratory according toaccreditation requirements.
• Trains new employees and performs competency assessments.
• Coordinates and oversees laboratory supply ordering andmaintains inventory (e.g. disposes of expired reagents).
• Assists in preparation for accreditation inspections.
• Maintains technical knowledge and acquire new knowledge throughcontinuing education.
• Performs phlebotomy, specimen collection, and clerical dutiesas needed.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may beconsidered. Education beyond the minimum required may besubstituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimumrequired may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• 5 years experience in a clinical laboratory setting

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Preferred

• ASCP Certification American Society of Clinical PathologistsUpon Date of Hire

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamicenvironment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents

Preferred

• Delivery of high-quality patient care
• Ability to be professional
• Ability to collaborate effeictively
• Ability to be an effective team player

Working Conditions / Demands

The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate.The role frequently requires the ability to move about the workenvironment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipmenteffectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighingup to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanicalparts. The person in this role must be able to perform theessential functions with or without an accommodation.

The person in this position must meet CLIA requirements of the rolepertaining to education, training, proficiency testing, and undergoannual technical competency assessments.

Work Location

Indiana University Bloomington

This is an in person position

Advertised Salary

Up to $74,000.00 on an annualized basis.

Work Hours

Standard hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a widearray of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, criticalillness, and supplemental accidental death & dismembermentinsurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject tovesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IUcourses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteerevents
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IUBenefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Advanced

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Health Services

Job Family: Clinical Laboratory

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