Laboratory Assistant I - Microbiology

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I for its M-Pathology Lab in Indianapolis, Indiana. The laboratories provide comprehensive testing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, performing more than 19 million tests annually and serving IU Health as well as hospitals and physicians across the country.

The Laboratory Assistant I provides general laboratory services, including specimen collection, order entry, blood component preparation, pre-analytic specimen processing, and related clerical tasks. The position may also involve patient and specimen registration and specimen delivery. The role is full-time, working nights from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., Monday through Friday. Training takes place on the evening shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, until the employee is fully competent.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Telephone skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods.
• May require a valid Indiana operator’s license and a good driving history for the last three years.
• May require an understanding of Indiana traffic laws.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide general laboratory services, including specimen collection and order entry.
• Prepare blood components and perform pre-analytic processing of specimens.
• Perform related clerical tasks.
• May register patients and specimens and deliver specimens.
• May serve on appropriate committees or projects that contribute to the department’s overall purpose and essential functions.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program for qualifying participants who meet program requirements
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling at no cost
• Healthy Results team member wellness programs, with participation points contributing toward a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED