Senior Medical Technologist

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Senior Medical Technologist in Molecular Diagnostics. This role involves performing crucial lab testing, providing technical leadership, and overseeing system operations. Benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, tuition assistance, and a competitive sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance

Paid time off

TUition benefits eligibility

Employee wellness options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required, related coursework in medical laboratory technology.
• 2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory required.
• Certification by relevant boards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to complex lab testing.
• Provide technical leadership for designated systems.
• Oversee operational aspects, including maintenance and training.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Technical leadership

Maintenance and calibration

Inventory management

Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory science or related field

Master's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (Preferred)

Job description

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority

100% FTE, day shift. Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM with rotating weekends and holidays. You may be eligible for up to a $4,000.00 sign on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE). Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

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 Technologist (MT) - Molecular Diagnostics to:

• Perform routine to complex lab testing. Bring forth the specialized scientific and technical knowledge essential to perform lab testing.
• Provide technical leadership for designated systems.
• Oversee all operational aspects for designated systems including, proper maintenance, calibration and performance, inventory management, training, competency assessment, and teaching.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. Full time benefits for part time work.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with 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 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

• 2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory with emphasis on skills related to work area Required
• 3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory with emphasis on skills related to work area 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.