Phlebotomist Lab Assistant I - Ball Physicians

Indiana University Health; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health seeks a Phlebotomist to perform vital laboratory services, including specimen collection and order entry. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong customer service skills in a full-time role at Ball Memorial Hospital. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

401(K) retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness program

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs with financial incentives

Qualifications

• Completion of a phlebotomy training program preferred.
• Requires a valid Indiana Operator's license.
• Must have strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide general laboratory services including specimen collection.
• Enter orders into the system and manage faxes.
• Responsible for patient and specimen registration.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of computers

Telephone skills

Education

HS graduation or GED equivalent

Phlebotomy training program

Coursework in biological, chemical, or related sciences

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, Days

HOURS: Variable from 6:00am - 6:30pm

LOCATION: Primary location is Ball Memorial Hospital

The Phlebotomist provides general laboratory services including specimen collection using routine venipuncture, order entry, blood component preparation, pre-analytic processing of specimens as well as related clerical tasks such as entering orders into the system, answering phone calls, and managing faxes. The incumbent may be responsible for patient and specimen registration and delivery of specimens. The ideal incumbent will possess strong customer service skills and be highly compassionate.

• Requires HS graduation or GED equivalent.
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program with experience in laboratory or coursework in biological, chemical, or related sciences preferred.
• May require a valid Indiana Operator's license and a good driving history for the last three years.
• May require an understanding of traffic laws in the State of Indiana.
• Requires proven understanding of computers.
• Requires telephone skills.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member.
• Requires ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods.

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness – a 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 are met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results – Participation in our team member wellness programs awards points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!