Medical Laboratory Technician, IUH Ball Memorial (Full-Time, Evenings)

IU Health; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician to join its dynamic team. In this full-time evening role, you will play a crucial part in assisting with laboratory testing on patient specimens, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of test results. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a comprehensive health system that serves the community with compassion and purpose. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this role offers meaningful work that impacts patient care every day.

Benefits

401(K) retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program incentives

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related science or an Associate Degree in an approved program.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety protocols is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory testing on patient specimens and maintain records.
• Perform tasks according to standard operating procedures and generate test results.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Quality control

Laboratory testing equipment

Computer skills

Knowledge of safety regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related science

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician Program

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment

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.

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, Evenings

The Medical Laboratory Technician at the LAB assists with laboratory testing on patient specimens. Under direction, may provide information for the diagnosis and treatment. Helps to maintain records of performance and utilizes independent judgment to generate acceptable test results. Performs all tasks according to standard operating procedures. Assists with development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related science (Certification is not required); Associate Degree in an approved Medical Laboratory Technician Program or a Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician) certification from an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks duration, dependent on when coursework was completed.
• Associate degree requires certification (NCA, AMT, ASCP, HEW, and CLA) within 12 months of employment. Failure to achieve would result in downgrade to Lab Assistant II position until certification is achieved or loss of employment, dependent on business need.
• Requires knowledge of various laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Requires working knowledge of laboratory testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures.
• Requires ability to maintain quality control and other records.
• Requires working knowledge of computers.
• Requires knowledge of all laboratory safety regulations and protocols.

Benefits:

• 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!