Senior Medical Lab Technician Weekender / Medical Technologist Weekender – Transfusion Services

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Senior Medical Lab Technician or Medical Technologist Weekender. This role is crucial for ensuring quality patient care through accurate diagnostic testing. You will work in a collaborative environment, performing complex lab tests and troubleshooting issues while also having opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy an excellent benefits package, including health insurance and tuition assistance, while being part of a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Benefits

Wellness Options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science or medical technology required.
• Certification in Medical Lab Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing in clinical laboratories with varying complexity.
• Work effectively with physicians and lab staff.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Testing

Advanced Troubleshooting

Decision-Making Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Master's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Work Schedule:

60% FTE, night shift. 11:00PM – 7:00AM Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:

You may be eligible for up to a $1,800 sign-on bonus for a Senior Medical Lab Technician Weekender position or a $2,400 sign-on bonus for a Medical Technologist Weekender position (prorated based on FTE).

Be part of something remarkable.

Play an essential role in the quality and safety of patient care by providing accurate diagnostic and treatment information.

We are seeking a Senior Medical Lab Technician (MLT) Weekender / Medical Technologist (MT) Weekender – Transfusion Services to:

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

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans. Full-time benefits are provided for part-time work.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work supporting employee and family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility – UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework related to career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology required, or
• Bachelor's Degree must include at least 60 semester hours or equivalent, including either: 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR 24 semester hours in chemistry, biology, or a combination thereof.
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) preferred.
• Master's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (MLS) or related healthcare/science field preferred.

Work Experience

• 1 year healthcare or lab-related work experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Certification in Medical Lab Science, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Blood Banking, Molecular Biology by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or similar agency preferred.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

• UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applications from BIPOC individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members, and veterans are strongly encouraged.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered a leading teaching hospital and referral center.

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