Phlebotomist - Lab Assistant I, IUH Academic Health Center (Full-Time, Days)

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a compassionate Phlebotomist to join its dedicated team. This role involves providing essential laboratory services, including specimen collection and clerical support, to ensure high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills, thriving in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to excellence, you'll play a vital role in the health system that serves the community. Join a team that values compassion and purpose in every task, contributing to the well-being of patients across Indiana.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Healthy Results Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Completion of a phlebotomy training program is essential.
• Understanding of Indiana traffic laws may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection via routine venipuncture and clerical tasks.
• Manage patient and specimen registration and delivery of specimens.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Skills

Telephone Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Training Program

Coursework in Biological Sciences

Job description

Overview

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 16 hospitals and over 34,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We seek team members inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient—people who are compassionate, serve with purpose, and aspire to excellence every day.

The laboratories of IU Health offer some of the most comprehensive laboratory services in Indiana! Open 24/7, they perform more than 19 million tests annually. Besides IU Health, laboratory testing services are provided to hospitals and physicians nationwide.

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

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program; laboratory experience or coursework in biological, chemical, or related sciences preferred.
• May require a valid Indiana driver’s license and a good driving record over the past three years.
• Understanding of Indiana traffic laws may be necessary.
• Proven computer skills.
• Telephone communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Participation in relevant committees or projects contributing to the department's goals may be required; details to be added by Consultants.

Benefits:

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness program (eligibility criteria apply).
• Employee Assistance Program offering free counseling.
• Healthy Results wellness program with financial incentives based on participation.