Phlebotomist - MMP South Lab

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Lab Assistant I at Methodist Medical Plaza South in Indianapolis. This full-time, days shift role involves general laboratory services including specimen collection, order entry, blood component preparation, and pre-analytic processing.

The incumbent may assist with patient and specimen registration and delivery. Requires HS grad or GED; phlebotomy training and good computer/telephone skills are preferred. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Requires HS grad or GED; phlebotomy training preferred.
• Phlebotomy training with lab experience preferred.
• May require Indiana driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Proficient with computers and telephone skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide specimen collection and order entry.
• Perform blood component preparation and pre-analytic processing.
• Handle clerical tasks and specimen registration/delivery.
• Work collaboratively with team to support department goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Repetitive tasks

Education

HS grad or GED

Phlebotomy training program

Tools

Indiana driver’s license

Good driving history

Job description

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.

SHIFT: Full time, days

LOCATION: Methodist Medical Plaza South (8830 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN)

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.

The Lab Assistant I provides general laboratory services including specimen collection, order entry, blood component preparation, pre-analytic processing of specimens as well as related clerical tasks. The incumbent may be responsible for patient and specimen registration and delivery of specimens.

• Requires HS grad or GED Equivalent.


• Completion of a phlebotomy training program with experience in laboratory or coursework in biological, chemical or related science preferred.


• May require a valid Indiana operators license and a good driving history for the last three years.


• May require an understanding of the traffic laws in the State of Indiana.


• Requires working knowledge 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 of time.


• May serve on appropriate committees or projects that contribute to the overall purpose and essential functions of the department.

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 - 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.