Medical Laboratory Scientist

Overview

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, offering 16 hospitals and over 34,000 team members. They seek motivated individuals who inspire through meaningful work, compassion, and purpose. The laboratories provide comprehensive services, performing over 19 million tests annually.

About the role

The role involves performing laboratory tests on patient specimens, generating test results within quality control standards, maintaining records, instructing staff, and participating in research and development activities. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences, one year of relevant experience, and certification from ASCP, AMT, NCA, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests on patient specimens
• Generates test results within quality control standards
• Maintains records of performance
• Instructs students and staff on laboratory procedures and techniques
• Develops and modifies procedures as needed
• Assumes additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director
• May participate in research and development activities
• Acts as a key resource person for staff inside and outside of the department

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences
• One year of relevant experience
• Certification or eligibility for board certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA, or equivalent

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various complex and lengthy laboratory techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of specialized testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures
• Ability to maintain quality control and other records
• Ability to use computer to enter and retrieve test results
• Analytical skills to make quantitative and qualitative observations
• Ability to work independently and handle constant interruptions and concurrent tasks
• Knowledge of all laboratory safety regulations and protocols

Skills

• Knowledge of complex laboratory techniques and procedures
• Ability to maintain quality control and other records
• Computer proficiency to enter and retrieve test results
• Analytical skills to make quantitative and qualitative observations
• Independence and handling of concurrent tasks
• Compliance with laboratory safety regulations

Benefits

Increased pay scale for bedside nurses, 401(K) retirement savings with employer match, tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Details about pay scale are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The shift is full-time day, Monday through Friday, 06:00-14:30 with rotating weekends and holidays.