Medical Laboratory Scientist — Impactful Lab Work & Benefits

IU Health

Carmel (IN)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement savings with employer

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Laboratory professional at IU North for a full-time day shift (Tuesday through Friday – 4-10s). The role involves performing tests on patient specimens, maintaining records, and contributing to QA in a high-volume lab environment.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences, and certification eligibility with ASCP/AMT/NCA/ACHI or equivalent within 12 months; designation to Technician-Medical Laboratory if not certified.

Qualifications

Requires Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
Requires one year of relevant experience.
Requires certification or eligibility for board certification by ASCP AMT NCA ACHI or equivalent certification.
Certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
Downgrade to Technician-Medical Laboratory if certification is not achieved.
Requires knowledge of complex laboratory techniques and procedures.
Requires knowledge of specialized testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures.
Requires ability to maintain quality control and other records.
Requires ability to use computer to enter and retrieve test results.
Requires analytical skills to make quantitative and qualitative observations.
Requires ability to work independently handle constant interruptions and concurrent tasks.
Requires knowledge of all laboratory safety regulations and protocols.

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory tests on patient specimens and provides information for the diagnosis, treatment or prevention of diseases.
Maintains records of performance and utilizes independent judgment to generate acceptable test results within quality control standards.
May participate in research and development activities.
May act as a key resource person for staff inside and outside of the department.
Instructs students, laboratory and non-laboratory staff on laboratory procedures and techniques.
Performs all tasks according to standard operating procedures.
May work on the development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.