Laboratory Assistant I - PRN

Indiana University Health; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection, participate in pre-analytic processing, and assist with clerical tasks in the laboratory setting at IU Health Jay, Blackford, and Upland facilities. Occasional travel to Muncie may be required. Requires a HS diploma or GED; phlebotomy training is preferred.

May require Indiana operator’s license and good driving history. Strong computer, telephone, and interpersonal skills, plus the ability to work as part of a

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED is required.
• Phlebotomy training program is preferred.
• Valid Indiana Driver’s license and good driving history may be required.
• Understanding of Indiana traffic laws may be required.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Telephone skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods.
• May serve on committees or projects within the department.

Responsibilities

• Provide general laboratory services including specimen collection, order entry, blood component preparation and pre-analytic processing.
• Perform related clerical tasks and may handle patient/specimen registration and delivery of specimens.

Skills

Computer literacy

Telephone skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Stamina for repetitive tasks

Education

HS diploma or GED

Phlebotomy training program (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Overview 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.

Shift: Day - PRN

Location: IU Health Jay, Blackford, and Upland facilities. Occasional travel to Muncie may also be required.

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.

Provides general laboratory services including specimen collection, order entry, blood component preparation, pre-analytic processing of specimens as well as related clerical tasks. The incumbent may be responsible for patient and specimen registration and delivery of specimens.

Requires HS grad or GED Equivalent.

• Completion of a phlebotomy training program with experience in laboratory or coursework in biological, chemical or related science preferred.
• May require a valid Indiana Operator’s license and a good driving history for the last three years.
• May require an understanding of the traffic laws in the State of Indiana.
• Requires working knowledge of computers.
• Requires telephone skills.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member.
• Requires ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• May serve on appropriate committees or projects that contribute to the overall purpose and essential functions of the department.

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 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
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• 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!

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.