Medical Laboratory Technician – Ambulatory Lab
About The Position
UW Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for its Ambulatory Lab. The role performs moderately complex diagnostic tests and limited high-complexity testing, maintains and troubleshoots select laboratory equipment, and supports patient safety through accurate identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention of medical errors. The position is part-time at 80% FTE, working 32 hours per week on days, generally Monday through Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with rotating weekend call. Hours may vary based on departmental operational needs. UW Health describes its clinics as focused on delivering high-quality care and an exceptional patient and family experience in a compassionate environment. The organization has more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics in Dane County and surrounding areas.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology; alternatively, education and training equivalent to an associate degree, including 60 semester hours with either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician or relevant laboratory experience.
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or a similar agency.
Responsibilities
- Perform moderately complex diagnostic tests and limited high-complexity testing.
- Perform preventative maintenance on select laboratory equipment or instruments.
- Troubleshoot select laboratory equipment or instruments.
- Promote patient safety through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention of medical errors in a non-punitive environment.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Two-week paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Retirement plans
- Access to Wellness Options at Work supporting employee and family well-being
- Tuition benefits for coursework associated with career advancement
- External hires may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $6,400, prorated based on FTE
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
