Medical Laboratory Technician - Riley Blood Bank

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Participation in wellness programs for financial incentives

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Indianapolis is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to assist with laboratory testing on patient specimens. The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related science or an associate degree along with certification within 12 months. Responsibilities include maintaining quality control, performing tests according to standard procedures, and working evening shifts. Competitive benefits include tuition reimbursement and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related science; certification is not required.
• Requires working knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Must be able to maintain quality control and other records.
• Working knowledge of laboratory testing equipment and routine maintenance.
• Ability to maintain quality control and other records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory testing on patient specimens.
• Help maintain records of performance and generate acceptable test results.
• Perform all tasks according to standard operating procedures.
• Assist with development and modification of procedures and assume responsibilities as outlined by management.

Skills

Knowledge of various laboratory techniques

Working knowledge of laboratory testing equipment

Ability to maintain quality control records

Working knowledge of computers

Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related science

Associate degree in an approved Medical Laboratory Technician Program

Tools

Laboratory equipment knowledge

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician - Riley Blood Bank

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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.

Schedule

Shift: Full-Time, Evenings. Hours: Variable – could be 5 x 8 hour or 4 x 10 shifts.

Role

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.

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!

EEO & Disability 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.