Blood Bank Medical Lab Scientist
Indianapolis, IN
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Medical Lab Scientist - Travel/Contract

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Required to float between multiple hospital locations.
• Initial training and orientation on day shift for the first two weeks before transitioning to contracted night shift.
• Night shift schedule: 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (21:00 - 7:30).
• Every other weekend required, plus 1 holiday if it falls within the contract period.
• Blood Bank unit performs routine and specialized compatibility testing and prepares blood components for transfusion, supporting pediatric and adult patients.
• Staffing volume: approximately 15,000 samples.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Lab Scientist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year.
• Certification: ASCP-MLS or ACP-BB (Medical Laboratory Scientist certification required).
• Proficient in ABO/Rh/Antibody Screen & ID, Electronic Crossmatch, and Indirect Coombs Test.

Additional Information

• Must comply with facility-specific documents and orientation requirements prior to start.
• IU Health policy effective 11/30/24 restricts Indiana RN travelers except for Periop/OR RN’s, Allied, and Ambulatory RN travelers (not applicable to this role).
• On-site Fit Mask testing generally not required for Medical Lab Scientists at this facility.
• Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers are accepted.

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Medical Lab Scientist with specialized Blood Bank skills, working night shifts with floating responsibilities across multiple hospital locations in Indianapolis, Indiana. Candidates must hold appropriate certification, meet extensive health and background requirements, and be prepared for weekend and holiday coverage.