Senior Medical Technologist - Microbiology

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Madison, WI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule: 100% day shift 7am-330pm with rotating weekends and holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Pay: This position may be eligible for a $8,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE). Additional components of compensation may include: Evening and night shift differential Weekend differential Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants Be part of something remarkable 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.

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

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
1 year healthcare or lab related work experience Preferred
Certification (Medical Lab Science, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Blood Banking, Molecular Biology) by the board of American Society of Clinical Pathologists or similar agency 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.