Medical Laboratory Scientist - Point of Care

IU Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) retirement savings with company

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

IU Health in Indianapolis is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform routine pathology tests, maintain accurate records, and support diagnostic workflows within the Pathology Lab. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and certification eligibility within 12 months.

Candidates should be able to work independently and adhere to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
• 1 year of relevant experience.
• Certification or eligibility for board certification within 12 months.
• Ability to work independently and handle concurrent tasks.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests on patient specimens and provides information for diagnosis, treatment or prevention of diseases.
• Maintains records of performance and quality control.
• May participate in research and development activities.
• May act as a key resource for staff inside and outside the department.
• Instructs students, laboratory and non-laboratory staff on laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Follows standard operating procedures and may contribute to procedure development/modification.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Certification eligibility within 12 months

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Quality control procedures

Job description

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 Schedule: Full-time -Day Shift

Location:Pathology Lab- Indianapolis

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.

• Requires Bachelor's 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 ACHI or equivalent certification.


• Certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment. Failure to achieve would result in downgrade to


• Technician-Medical Laboratory 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:

• 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).