Medical Laboratory Scientist

Indiana University Health System • Muncie, DE

14d • 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. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. SHIFT: Full Time-Days, Weekend and holiday rotation Location and Transition Details: This position will initially be based at the IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Laboratory in Muncie, Indiana, and will transfer to the new IU Health Fort Wayne facility no later than Spring 2027 Role Expectations: Applicants must be willing to work in Muncie during the initial phase to complete training and gain hands-on experience. This position will play a key role in the successful launch of the Fort Wayne facility, including training and onboarding laboratory team members. Upon the opening of the new facility, the position will be permanently based in Fort Wayne. 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 a year. In addition to IU Health, laboratory testing services are provided to hospitals and physicians across the country. The Medical Laboratory Scientist at the LAB performs laboratory tests on patient specimens and provides information for the diagnosis, treatment or prevention of diseases. Maintains records of performance and utilizes independent judgment to generate acceptable test results within quality control standards. May participate in research and development activities. May act as a key resource person for staff inside and outside of the department. Instructs students, laboratory and non-laboratory staff on laboratory procedures and techniques. Performs all tasks according to standard operating procedures. May work on the development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.

Requirements

• Requires Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
• Requires one (1) year of relevant experience.
• Requires certification or eligibility for board certification by ASCP; AMT; NCA or equivalent certification. Certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment. Failure to achieve would result in downgrade to MT-1 position until certification is achieved or loss of employment, dependent on business need.
• Requires knowledge of various complex and lengthy laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Requires knowledge of specialized testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures.
• Requires ability to maintain quality control and other records.
• Requires ability to use computer to enter and retrieve test results.
• Requires analytical skills to make quantitative and qualitative observations.
• Requires ability to work independently; handle constant interruptions and concurrent tasks.
• Requires knowledge of all laboratory safety regulations and protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Self-motivated and proactive
• Skilled in training and mentoring peers
• An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests on patient specimens and provides information for the diagnosis, treatment or prevention of diseases.
• Maintains records of performance and utilizes independent judgment to generate acceptable test results within quality control standards.
• May participate in research and development activities.
• May act as a key resource person for staff inside and outside of the department.
• Instructs students, laboratory and non-laboratory staff on laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Performs all tasks according to standard operating procedures.
• May work on the development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward 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: Mid Level