Medical Technologist - HLA Lab
About The Position
Join the UW Health laboratory as a respected member of the transplant team, performing recipient/donor compatibility tests to support organ donation. We are seeking a Medical Technologist (Clinical Lab Scientist, Histocompatibility Technologist, Histocompatibility Specialist) to assist in the development and implementation of new assays and analyzers to meet the needs of an ever-evolving science. You will receive thorough on-the-job HLA teaching and lab work training. This role requires strong decision-making skills, the ability to work independently, and the ability to take on teaching/training responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology - Required
- 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
- 2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory with emphasis on skills related to work area - Required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) - Preferred
- Master's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (MLS) or related science or healthcare field – Preferred
- 3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory with emphasis on skills related to work area – Preferred
- 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
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and implementation of new assays and analyzers to meet the needs of an ever-evolving science.
- Receive thorough on-the-job HLA teaching and lab work training.
- Demonstrate strong decision-making skills, the ability to work independently, and the ability to take on teaching/training responsibilities as needed.
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- paid time off
- retirement plans
- two-week paid parental leave
- 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.
- Evening and night shift differential
- Weekend differential
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
