Medical Laboratory Scientist - Riley Blood Bank at IU Health

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

High Complexity Testing, Quality Control, Laboratory Procedures, Specimen Analysis, Equipment Maintenance, Analytical Skills, Laboratory Safety, Technical Instruction, Administrative Support, Computer Literacy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

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. 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. SHIFT: Full-Time, Days Location: Riley Hospital, Blood Bank The Medical Laboratory Scientist Team Lead 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. 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. Provides technical, administrative and logistical instruction and support. Consistently acts as a key resource person for staff inside and outside of the department. * Requires Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences. * Requires 1-3 years of training/experience in high complexity testing in the respective specialty. * Requires appropriate certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA or equivalent certification. * Requires in-depth knowledge of various complex and lengthy laboratory techniques and procedures. * Requires in-depth 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 in-depth knowledge of standard operating procedures and testing techniques. * 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. As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer: * 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! * Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care. * IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. * A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all. * With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence. * At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development. * Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states. Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 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.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory tests on patient specimens to provide critical information for disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Provide technical, administrative, and logistical support while instructing staff and students on laboratory techniques.