Senior Medical Lab Technician OR Medical Technologist - Microbiology

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, day shift. Hours are Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm-11:00 pm with rotating weekends and holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work in Microbiology at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Pay:

• The pay range listed reflects both titles.

• This position may be eligible for up to a $8,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).

• Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening and night shift differential

• Weekend differential

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants

Be part of something remarkable

Play an essential role in the quality and safety of patient care, performing a wide range of procedures that assist our providers with the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients and their health needs.

We are seeking a Senior Medical Lab Technician OR Medical Technologist - Microbiology to:

• Perform testing in the clinical laboratories (any complexity).
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and problem resolution.
• Demonstrate strong decision-making skills, ability to work independently, and the ability to take on teaching/training responsibilities as needed.
• Work as an effective team member as demonstrated by good relations with physicians, clinic staff and co-workers.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

If Senior Medical Lab Tech

Education:

• Associate''s Degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology Required or
• Education and training equivalent to an associate degree to include 60 semester hours including either: 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or
• 24 semester hours of science courses Required

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience performing moderate and some high complexity testing in a clinical laboratory and successful completion of competency assessment Required or
• 2 years in a clinical laboratory Required

License & Certification:

• Certification Medical Laboratory Technician by the board of American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent Preferred

If Medical Technologist:

Education:

• Bachelor''s Degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology Required OR Bachelor''s Degree must include minimally 60 semester hours or equivalent, that includes either:

• 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR

• 24 semester hours - 6 chemistry, 6 biology and 12 chemistry, biology, medical laboratory technology in any combination Required

• Bachelor''s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Preferred

• Master''s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (MLS) or related science or healthcare field Preferred

Work Experience:

• No minimum work experience required
• 1 year healthcare or lab related work experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• Certification (Medical Lab Science, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Blood Banking, Molecular Biology) by the board of American Society of Clinical Pathologists or similar agency Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation''s leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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