Medical Laboratory Technician

About the role

The laboratories of Indiana University Health offer comprehensive services, performing over 19 million tests annually. Full-time positions are eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Shift

Full-time, evening shift at Jay Hospital (Portland, IN).

Responsibilities

• Assists with laboratory testing on patient specimens under direction.
• Provides information for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Maintains records of performance and generates acceptable test results independently.
• Develops and modifies procedures as needed.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as directed by management or the laboratory director.
• Processes specimens, proficient in hematology/oncology differentials, runs hematology (Sysmex) and chemistry (Cobas) analyzers, works as a single tech with minimal support.
• Troubleshoots and performs phlebotomy as needed.

Requirements

• 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, depending on when coursework was completed.
• Associate degree requires certification (NCA, AMT, ASCP, HEW, and CLA) within 12 months of employment.
• Knowledge of various laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Working knowledge of laboratory testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures.
• Ability to maintain quality control and other records.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Knowledge of all laboratory safety regulations and protocols.

Qualifications

• Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system.
• Ranked as the number one healthcare system in Indiana.
• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program.
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling at no cost to employees.
• Healthy Results – participation in wellness programs for financial incentives.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Proficiency in using laboratory testing equipment and maintaining it.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform phlebotomy.
• Strong record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Understanding of laboratory safety regulations and protocols.

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program.
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling at no cost to employees.
• Healthy Results – participation in wellness programs for financial incentives.

Pay

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

Schedule

Evening shift at Jay Hospital (Portland, IN).