Laboratory Assistant I - Tissue Morphology

Indiana University Health; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health system in Indiana seeks a Laboratory Assistant I for full-time evening shifts. This role involves providing essential laboratory services, including specimen collection and clerical tasks. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ideally have phlebotomy training. The position offers a supportive environment and chance to contribute meaningfully to patient care.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness program

Employee Assistance Program

Healthy Results wellness program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy training program completion preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection and order entry.
• Support blood component preparation and pre-analytic processing.
• Handle patient and specimen registration.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Completion of a phlebotomy training program

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 Details

• Shift: Full-Time, Evenings
• Hours: 1:30pm - 10:00pm

The Laboratory Assistant I 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program with experience in laboratory or coursework in biological, chemical, or related sciences preferred.
• May require a valid Indiana operator’s license and a good driving history for the last three years.
• Understanding of traffic laws in the State of Indiana may be required.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Good telephone skills.
• 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 that contribute to the department’s goals.

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness program for qualifying participants.
• Employee Assistance Program – free counseling services.
• Healthy Results wellness program with incentives based on participation.