Senior Medical Technologist – Transfusion Services

UW Health•Madison, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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) – Transfusion Services to: Perform routine to complex lab testing in a Level I Trauma Center in blood bank and active Transplant Center. Bring forth the specialized scientific and technical knowledge essential to perform Immunohematology 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 parental leave and adoption assistance. 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.

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 in a Level I Trauma Center in blood bank and active Transplant Center.
Bring forth the specialized scientific and technical knowledge essential to perform Immunohematology 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.