Senior Medical Technologist – Microbiology

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Madison, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Senior Medical Technologist – Microbiology 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, 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.

Requirements

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
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

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.