Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)-Fort Wayne

Indiana University Health; Roanoke (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) retirement savings with match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program rewards

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking qualified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join our Fort Wayne team. The role supports diverse testing and patient care in a fast-paced lab with day, evening, and night shifts available.

Openings at Fort Wayne Hospital include 6 am–3:30 pm, 2:30 pm–11 pm, and 9 pm–7:30 am shifts with occasional travel to IU Ball and Jay locations for training. Certification within 12 months is required for MLS/MLT tracks.

Qualifications

• MLS requires a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
• MLT requires an Associate or Bachelor degree in a related science with certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on patient specimens and provide data for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease.
• Maintain laboratory records and ensure quality control per procedures and regulations.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and assist with updates to SOPs as directed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Laboratory instrumentation

Documentation accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related science

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

Indiana University Health is seeking either a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), also commonly known as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Medical Technologist (MT), to join our team at Fort Wayne. Candidates will be considered based on education, certification, experience, and qualifications.

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.

3 openings - Shift Schedule

Full-time - Day shift- M-F 6am- 3:30pm Every other Weekend, Holiday Rotation

3 openings - Shift Schedule

Full-time - Evening shift- M-F 2:30pm-11pm, Every other Weekend, Holiday Rotation

4 openings - Shift Schedule

Full-time - Night shift- M-F 9pm-7:30am, Every other Weekend, Holiday Rotation

Location: Ft. Wayne Hospital- Generalist

Start Date: January 4th

Training will be on day and evening shift - May require traveling to our IU Ball and Jay locations to train.

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.

Qualified candidates may have experience or credentials under the titles Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Medical Technologist (MT), or Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) and are encouraged to apply.

Core Requirements for All Candidates (MLS & MLT)

• Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Requires knowledge of specialized testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures.
• Requires ability to maintain quality control and other laboratory records.
• Requires ability to utilize computer systems to enter, retrieve, and manage laboratory data and test results.
• Requires knowledge and adherence to all laboratory safety regulations, policies, and protocols.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)/Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)/Medical Technologist (MT) at the LAB 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.

MLS-Specific Requirements

• 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 analytical skills to make quantitative and qualitative observations.
• Requires ability to work independently; handle constant interruptions and concurrent tasks.

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.

MLT-Specific 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.

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).
• 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.

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.