Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Facility: Ascension Medical Group

Department: Clinical Lab

Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, 8am-4:30pm, Rotating Fridays 12:30pm-9pm.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Deliver accurate diagnostic insights by independently performing, validating, and interpreting complex laboratory tests that directly inform patient treatment plans.
• Guarantee uninterrupted clinical care by executing rigorous quality control and quality assurance standards that ensure absolute safety and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain continuous operational readiness by managing instrument performance, troubleshooting technical issues promptly, and keeping essential supplies stocked for seamless testing.
• Foster team excellence and development by training, mentoring, and supporting Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs), new team members, and clinical students.
• Drive complete laboratory accuracy across every phase of the patient care journey, managing pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing processes.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Preferred Credential(s):

• Medical Technologist (ASCP) credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).

• Medical Lab Scientist (ASCP) credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).

• Medical Tech credentialed from the American Board of Bioanalysis (AAB).

• Medical Tech credentialed from the American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory scientist, human sciences or education qualifications as stated per CLIA requirements.

Equal employment opportunity employer


Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate diagnostic insights by independently performing, validating, and interpreting complex laboratory tests that directly inform patient treatment plans.
• Guarantee uninterrupted clinical care by executing rigorous quality control and quality assurance standards that ensure absolute safety and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain continuous operational readiness by managing instrument performance, troubleshooting technical issues promptly, and keeping essential supplies stocked for seamless testing.
• Foster team excellence and development by training, mentoring, and supporting Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs), new team members, and clinical students.
• Drive complete laboratory accuracy across every phase of the patient care journey, managing pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing processes.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Preferred Credential(s):

• Medical Technologist (ASCP) credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).

• Medical Lab Scientist (ASCP) credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).

• Medical Tech credentialed from the American Board of Bioanalysis (AAB).

• Medical Tech credentialed from the American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory scientist, human sciences or education qualifications as stated per CLIA requirements.