Medical Laboratory Scientist- Day Shift

Indiana University Health System • Roanoke, IN

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist generalist at its Fort Wayne Hospital. The role performs laboratory tests on patient specimens and provides information used to diagnose, treat, or prevent disease. The laboratory operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and performs more than 19 million tests annually, with services also provided to hospitals and physicians across the country.

The scientist maintains performance records and uses independent judgment to produce acceptable results within quality control standards. The role may include research and development, serving as a resource for staff, instructing students and laboratory and non-laboratory staff, and developing or modifying procedures. All work is performed according to standard operating procedures, with additional responsibilities as assigned by management or the laboratory director.

The position is full-time, with a Monday-through-Friday day schedule of 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., every other weekend, and a holiday rotation. Training will occur on day and evening shifts and may require travel to IU Ball and Jay locations. The listed start date is January 4th.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Certification or eligibility for board certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA, ACHI, or an equivalent certification; certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
• Knowledge of complex and lengthy laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of specialized testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures.
• Ability to maintain quality control and other records.
• Ability to use a computer to enter and retrieve test results.
• Analytical skills to make quantitative and qualitative observations.
• Ability to work independently, handle constant interruptions, and manage concurrent tasks.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on patient specimens and provide information for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases.
• Maintain performance records and use independent judgment to generate acceptable test results within quality control standards.
• Perform tasks according to standard operating procedures.
• Instruct students and laboratory and non-laboratory staff on laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Serve as a key resource person for staff inside and outside the department, as needed.
• Participate in research and development activities, as needed.
• Contribute to the development and modification of procedures, as needed.
• Assume additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.

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 wellness programs with participation points that contribute to a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level