Medical Laboratory Technician - Microbiology

Inuplands; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major health system in Indiana is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician to join their team. This full-time position primarily focuses on laboratory testing and supporting patient diagnosis and treatment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree or an Associate degree with certification within a year. The role involves maintaining quality control records and utilizing laboratory techniques to deliver accurate test results. Benefits include 401(K) matching, tuition reimbursement, and wellness program incentives.

Benefits

401(K) retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program incentives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Associate Degree required in a related science.
• Certification must be achieved within 12 months for Associate degree holders.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing equipment and standard operating procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory testing on patient specimens.
• Maintain records of performance and generate acceptable test results.
• Assume additional responsibilities as outlined by management.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Quality control

Computer proficiency

Laboratory safety regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related science

Medical Laboratory Technician Program certification

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: 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.

• 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!