Medical Laboratory Scientist- Microbiology

divh2Medical Laboratory Scientist/h2pIndiana University Health is Indianas most comprehensive health system, with 16 hospitals and more than 34,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state! Were 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./ppThe 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./ppShift: Full-time, days/ppLocation: IUHMG M-Pathology Lab (Indianapolis, IN)/ppThe 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./pulliRequires Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences./liliRequires one (1) year of relevant experience./liliRequires certification or eligibility for board certification by ASCP; AMT; NCA or equivalent certification./liliCertification must be obtained within 12 months of employment./liliFailure to achieve would result in downgrade to MT-1 position until certification is achieved or loss of employment, dependent on business need./liliRequires knowledge of various complex and lengthy laboratory techniques and procedures./liliRequires knowledge of specialized testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures./liliRequires ability to maintain quality control and other records./liliRequires ability to use computer to enter and retrieve test results./liliRequires analytical skills to make quantitative and qualitative observations./liliRequires ability to work independently; handle constant interruptions and concurrent tasks./liliRequires knowledge of all laboratory safety regulations and protocols./li/ulpAs Indianas largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:/pulliIncreased pay scale for bedside nurses./lili401(K) retirement savings with employer match/liliTuition reimbursement/liliStudent 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)./liliEmployee Assistance Program Counseling at no cost to you/liliHealthy 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!/li/ulh2About Us/h2ulliIndiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and were home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care./liliIU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News World Report, Riley Childrens Health is ranked among the top childrens hospitals in the country by U.S. News World Report./liliA unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine one of the nations 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./liliWith 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence./liliAt 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./liliIndiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nations healthiest states./li/ulh2About the Team/h2pIndiana University Health is Indianas most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Were 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./p/div

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