Laboratory Assistant I

Indiana University Health System • Lafayette, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

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, who are compassionate and serve with a purpose, and who aspire to excellence every day. 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 annually. In addition to IU Health, laboratory testing services are provided to hospitals and physicians across the country. Position Summary Provides general laboratory services, including specimen collection, order entry, blood component preparation, pre-analytic processing of specimens, and related clerical tasks. The incumbent may also be responsible for patient and specimen registration and specimen delivery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of computers required.
• Telephone skills required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member required.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time required.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a phlebotomy training program with experience in a laboratory setting or coursework in biological, chemical, or related sciences preferred.
• May require a valid Indiana driver’s license and a good driving record for the previous three years.
• May require an understanding of Indiana traffic laws.

Responsibilities

• Provides general laboratory services, including specimen collection, order entry, blood component preparation, pre-analytic processing of specimens, and related clerical tasks.
• May also be responsible for patient and specimen registration and specimen delivery.
• May serve on committees or projects that contribute to the overall purpose and essential functions of the department.

Benefits

• Competitive pay scale.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness through qualifying government programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling services at no cost.
• Healthy Results Wellness Program, which provides points for participation that can contribute to a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck. The more you participate, the more you earn.

What This Job Offers

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