Medical Technologist - Clinical Labs

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform a wide range of tests in the clinical laboratories, calibrate and troubleshoot analyzers, and ensure high-quality results under supervision.

The position offers full-time hours, day shift with rotating weeknights/weekends/holidays, sign-on bonus potential, relocation assistance, and strong benefits including health, dental, PTO and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology is required.
• Bachelor's degree must include 60 semester hours or equivalent with specified lab science coursework.
• Master's degree in MLS or related field is preferred.
• Certification by ASCP or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing in clinical laboratories of any complexity.
• Operates, calibrates, maintains and troubleshoots analyzers and lab equipment.
• Demonstrates competence in all lab procedures and performs with minimal supervision.
• Uses good judgment to ensure accuracy and quality of lab tests.

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or related field

Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (MLS) or related field - Preferred

Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) degree - Preferred

Certification (ASCP and related) - Preferred

Job description

Work Schedule: Full-time, 100% FTE Monday -Friday dayshift, 7:30AM - 4:00PM, rotating weeknight/weekend/holiday call requirements at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay: This position may be eligible for an $8000.00 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE). Additional 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 Medical Technologist to:

• Performs testing in the clinical laboratories (any complexity).
• Skills to operate calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot analyzers and other lab equipment.
• Demonstrates competence in all laboratory procedures sufficient to perform at a satisfactory level without supervision
• Uses good judgement and decision making sufficient to ensure accuracy and quality of lab tests

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.

Qualifications

• 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

• 1 year of experience in a clinical laboratory - Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Certification (Medical Laboratory Scientist, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Technologist in Blood Bank, Molecular Biology) by the board of American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent - 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.