Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

IU Health • Carmel, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to work in the laboratory at IU North in Carmel, Indiana. The role is described as a full-time night-shift position, although the introductory text refers to a day shift. Candidates are considered based on education, certification, experience, and qualifications.

The laboratory performs testing on patient specimens and provides information used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. The MLS performs tests, maintains performance records, uses independent judgment to produce acceptable results within quality-control standards, and may participate in research and development. The MLS may serve as a resource for staff, instruct students and laboratory or non-laboratory staff, and help develop or modify procedures. The MLT assists with laboratory testing and, under direction, may provide information supporting diagnosis and treatment. The MLT helps maintain performance records and may assist with procedure development or modification. Both roles perform work according to standard operating procedures and may take on additional responsibilities assigned by management or the laboratory director.

IU Health describes itself as Indiana’s most comprehensive health system. Its laboratories operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and perform more than 19 million tests annually. The organization also highlights opportunities for professional growth, training, and development.

Requirements

• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of specialized testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures.
• Ability to maintain quality-control and other laboratory records.
• Ability to use computer systems to enter, retrieve, and manage laboratory data and test results.
• Knowledge of and adherence to laboratory safety regulations, policies, and protocols.
• MLS: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a related science.
• MLS: One year of relevant experience.
• MLS: Certification or eligibility for board certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA, or equivalent; certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
• MLS: Analytical skills for quantitative and qualitative observations.
• MLS: Ability to work independently and handle constant interruptions and concurrent tasks.
• MLT: Bachelor’s degree in a related science; or an associate degree in an approved Medical Laboratory Technician program; or qualifying Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician) certification from an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks, depending on when coursework was completed.
• MLT: For the associate-degree pathway, certification through NCA, AMT, ASCP, HEW, or CLA is required within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on patient specimens and provide information used for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease (MLS).
• Assist with laboratory testing on patient specimens and, under direction, provide information supporting diagnosis and treatment (MLT).
• Maintain or help maintain records of performance and produce acceptable test results within quality-control standards.
• Perform tasks according to standard operating procedures.
• Assist with or participate in the development and modification of laboratory procedures.
• Instruct students and laboratory or non-laboratory staff on laboratory procedures and techniques (MLS).
• Serve as a key resource for staff inside and outside the department when needed (MLS).
• Assume additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.
• Maintain quality-control and other laboratory records and use computer systems to enter, retrieve, and manage laboratory data and test results.
• Follow laboratory safety regulations, policies, and protocols.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program for qualifying participants who meet specified conditions.
• Employee Assistance Program counseling at no cost.
• Team-member wellness programs that award points toward a biweekly financial incentive.

What This Job Offers

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