Laboratory Assistant I

IU Health • Bloomington, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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

This part-time, day-shift position is based at IUHMG S-550 S Landmark Ave in Bloomington, Indiana. Expected hours are Monday 7 a.m.–6 p.m., Wednesday 7 a.m.–6 p.m., Thursday 1 p.m.–6 p.m., Friday 7 a.m.–6 p.m., and a rotating shift on Saturdays.

IU Health laboratories provide comprehensive services and perform more than 19 million tests annually. Testing services are also provided to hospitals and physicians across the country.

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 a related science.

Responsibilities

• Provide general laboratory services.
• Collect specimens.
• Enter orders.
• Prepare blood components.
• Perform pre-analytic processing of specimens.
• Perform related clerical tasks.
• Register patients and specimens, as needed.
• Deliver specimens, as needed.
• May serve on appropriate committees or projects that contribute to the overall purpose and essential functions of the department.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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