Senior Medical Lab Technician OR Medical Technologist – Microbiology

Work Schedule:
80% FTE, day shift.

7:00AM - 3:30PM, working 4 out of 5 days of the work week.

Rotating weekends and holidays.

Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:



* The pay range listed reflects both titles.


* This position may be eligible for up to a $6,400 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 Lab Technician OR Medical Technologist - Microbiology to:


* Perform testing in the clinical laboratories (any complexity).


* Perform advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and problem resolution.


* Demonstrate strong decision-making skills, ability to work independently, and the ability to take on teaching/training responsibilities as needed.


* Work as an effective team member as demonstrated by good relations with physicians, clinic staff and co-workers.

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.

Education:
Minimum - Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology.

OR education and training equivalent to an associate degree to include 60 semester hours including either:


* 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR


* 24 semester hours of science courses

Preferred - Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology.

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

Work Experience:
Minimum -
Senior Medical Laboratory Technician - One (1) year of experience performing moderate and some high complexity testing in a clinical laboratory and successful completion of competency assessment; or Two (2) years in a clinical laboratory
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