Medical Lab Technician - Microbiology

Work Schedule :

This is a full-time, FTE 1.0, 1st shift position. Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30 pm. Rotating weekends and holidays. Hours may vary based on department needs.

Pay :

• External hires may be eligible for up to a $3000.00 sign on bonus.

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We are seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to:

• Promote culture of safety for patients through proper identification, proper reporting, documentation and prevention of medical errors in a non-punitive environment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on select laboratory equipment or instruments.
• Perform troubleshooting on select laboratory equipment or instruments.
• Perform moderately complex diagnostic tests and limited high complexity testing.

At UW Health, you will have :

• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.

Education :

Minimum – Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory tech nology.

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 – Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science (biology)

Work Experience :

Preferred – One year experience as Medical Laboratory Technician or relevant laboratory experience

Licenses and Certifications :

Minimum –

Preferred – Certification Medical Laboratory Technician by the board of American Society of Clinical Pathologists or similar agency

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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