Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist I
Labcorp - Indianapolis, IN
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At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations. Here, you can join our more than 60,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to make a real impact on peopleu2019s lives. We have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist I to join our Core Automated Testing Team in Indianapolis, IN Scheduled Shift: Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm, rotating Tuesday-Saturday 2pm-10:30pm Pay Range: All job offers will be based on a candidateu2019s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, pleaseclick here (. Essential Functions u00a8 Perform assigned clinical laboratory testing accurately and in a timely manner. o Resolve pendings. Retrieve and check specimens against pending list. Document specimen discrepancies. Notify laboratory management when specimen discrepancies are not resolved. o Prepare workstation and instrumentation for the assigned testing. o Properly handle specimens and independently resolve technical specimen issues in preparation for analysis and specimen storage. Contact internal customers for clarification as needed. o Operate instruments to perform testing in accordance with established written procedures. o Performs routine testing and calculations as required. o Resolve routine and non-routine assay problems. u00a8 Ensure the validity of tests results through the performance of established quality assurance and quality control procedures. o Perform experiments, as scheduled, for evaluation of new Calibrator and/or QC lots. Summarize results of investigations and compile data for review by management. o Document quality control results. Interpret quality control results according to Westgard rules or other established departmental procedures and accurately document biases, warnings and violations of control values. o Document corrective action for unusual occurrences (e.g. QC violations, instrument related problems). o Analyze proficiency testing survey samples as patient specimens. u00a8 Reagents/Materials/Supplies: o Receive, open and place in service all reagents/materials according to SOPs. o Prepare and properly label reagent, quality control, calibrator material. o Document implementation of new reagents/materials according to SOPs. o Perform parallel testing, linearityu2019s, stability, other quality control practices needed to ensure validity of material prior to being placed into service. o Perform inventory control of supplies and reagents as approved by management. u00a8 Result Entry (Auto-verification and manual entry). o When data is manually entered (e.g. QC, patient data) ensure peer review is performed and documented prior to release of results. o Prepare proper documentation of test results and enter into the information system. o Generate an appropriate audit trail for all activities Document and communicate any result reporting problems or inconsistencies to laboratory management. o Complete testing within the expected turnaround time to meet customersu2019 expectations. u00a8 Ensures maintenance of instruments and equipment is performed according to manufacturer and SOP requirements, and documented according to SOP. o Calibrate instruments, equipment and/or assays as required and document. o Perform basic instrument and equipment troubleshooting. o Perform pipette calibrations and document according to SOP. o Notify laboratory management when an instrument or equipment does not meet specifications. u00a8 Comply with regulatory guidelines and Covance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all times. u00a8 Training o Individual is responsible for maintaining his/her complete up-to-date training file and is accountable for correcting and deficiencies found in his/her training file. o Individual is responsible for ensuring he/she is trained and training is documented prior to performing a task. o The individual successfully completes, as scheduled, competency assessment and ensures competency testing documentation is provided to management for review/retention. o Competently performs department duties as set forth in the department training checklist(s). o May assist in training new employees and follows-up to ensure training is understood. o Attends, as scheduled, department, mandatory and other meetings and training, as required according to training matrices. u00a8 Work to achieve partnership with both internal customers and external clients by: o Pull data in a timely manner for review by QA and external clients. o Contribute to the provision of accurate verbal or written response to internal QA and client audit findings. Coordinate, where needed, with other resources to resolve issue. o Researches and prepares a response following investigation for quality purposes. Coordinate, where needed, with other resources to resolve issue. o Research and responds in a timely manner to internal customer inquiries regarding status of test results, retrieval of samples for testing/storage and other needs. o Understand department metrics and goals. u00a8 Demonstrate proficiency in applicable computer systems and software. u00a8 Adheres to established Safety policies and Universal precaution guidelines at all times. Maintains a clean, organized and safe work environment. Minimizes biohazard waste. Cleans workstation and materials daily. u00a8 Takes action for the department when additional responsibilities and opportunities are presented. u00a8 Provide laboratory management with a report of activities upon request. u00a8 Other duties as assigned. Education/Qualifications/Certifications and Licenses U. S. Requirements Individual must qualify as testing personnel under the following CLIA 1988 and New York State Department of Health requirements: u00b7 Bacheloru2019s degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science or other life science with completion of at least a 12-month training program in Medical Technology. OR u00b7 Bacheloru2019s degree in a chemical, physical or biological science from an accredited college or university and one year training and/or experience in the specialty in which testing is to be performed. Such training must be equivalent to that received in a school of Medical Technology. OR u00b7 90 semester hours from an accredited institution that include the following: 1) 16 semester hours of biology courses, which are pertinent to the medical sciences 2) 16 semester hours of chemistry (at least 6 semester hours of Inorganic Chemistry) 3) 3 semester hours of math u00b7 Completed an accredited clinical laboratory training program, or one year documented laboratory training or experience in the specialty that testing is to be performed. OR u00b7 Associateu2019s degree in medical laboratory technology #LI-AB1 Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all to apply If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site ( or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. () For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement (.
Created: 2026-01-28