Medical Laboratory Scientist - Point of Care

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program incentives

Zusammenfassung

Indiana University Health in Indianapolis seeks a Laboratory Technologist to oversee point-of-care testing on patient specimens and ensure accurate results within quality control standards. You will train team members, manage daily activities, maintain records, and ensure compliance with SOPs and safety regulations in a fast-paced lab environment.

This full-time role requires at least a Bachelor's in Medical Technology or related field, plus certification eligibility and ability to obtain

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
• 1 year of relevant experience.
• Certification eligibility for ASCP; AMT; NCA or equivalent; certification within 12 months.
• Knowledge of complex laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Ability to maintain quality control records and use computers.
• Ability to work independently and handle interruptions.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations.

Aufgaben

• Oversee laboratory testing on patient specimens at the point of care.
• Maintain quality control procedures and instrument checks.
• Plan, organize and direct daily point-of-care activities.
• Train team members and ensure competency in point-of-care testing.
• Maintain records and ensure SOP compliance.

Kenntnisse

Clinical testing

Quality control

Independent work

Record keeping

Point-of-care testing

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Overview

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, days

Location: University Hospital (Indianapolis, IN)

This position exists to oversee laboratory testing on patient specimens performed at the point of care and to provide information for the diagnosis, treatment or prevention of diseases. Maintains records of performance and utilizes independent judgment to oversee acceptable test results within quality control standards. May act as a key resource person for team members inside and outside of the department. Instructs team members on laboratory point of care procedures and techniques to ensure accurate lab results. Plans, organizes, and directs the daily point of care activities so all applicable regulations are met. This position assumes responsibility for quality control procedures, instrument function checks, inventory, quality assurance, and any maintenance procedures in assigned areas. Responsible for team member training and competency in point of care. Performs all tasks according to standard operating procedures.

• Requires Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
• Requires one (1) year of relevant experience.
• Requires certification or eligibility for board certification by ASCP; AMT; NCA or equivalent certification.
• Certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
• Failure to achieve would result in downgrade to MT-1 position until certification is achieved or loss of employment, dependent on business need.
• Requires knowledge of various complex and lengthy 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.

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

• 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!

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.