Medical Technologist - HLA Lab

About the role

Be part of something remarkable Join the UW Health laboratory as a respected member of the transplant team, performing recipient/donor compatibility tests to support organ donation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of new assays and analyzers to meet the needs of an ever-evolving science.
• Receive thorough on-the-job HLA teaching and lab work training.
• Demonstrate strong decision-making skills, the ability to work independently, and the ability to take on teaching/training responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

Education

• 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
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) – Preferred
• Master's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (MLS) or related science or healthcare field – Preferred

Work Experience

• 2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory with emphasis on skills related to work area – Required
• 3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory with emphasis on skills related to work area – Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• 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

Benefits

• 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.
• Opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Pay

• This position may be eligible for an $8000.00 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Additional compensation may include:
  • Evening and night shift differential
  • Weekend differential
  • Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants

Schedule

• Full-time, 100% FTE Monday - Friday dayshift, 8:00AM - 4:00PM, rotating weeknight/weekend/holiday call requirements.
• Occasional 2nd and 3rd shift coverage.
• Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.