Work Schedule:
FTE 100%, 40 hours per week. Day shift. 8-hour shifts. You can choose your hours Monday - Friday between 7: 00 AM - 6: 00 PM. On-call required with 1-hour call response time. On-call is typically 2-4 nights and 1 weekend per month, plus 2 holidays per year. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:

• This position may be eligible for a $4, 000 sign-on bonus.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.

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.

We are seeking a Medical Technologist (Clinical Lab Scientist, Histocompatibility Technologist, Histocompatibility Specialist) to:

• Assist in the development and implementation of new assays and analyzers to meet the needs of an ever-evolving science.
• Receive thorough on 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.

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 (for positions 60% FTE and higher). (only keep in if this applies to position)
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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
• 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

• 1 year healthcare or lab related work experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Certification (Medical Lab Science, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Blood Banking, Molecular Biology) by the board of American Society of Clinical Pathologists or similar agency Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health Science Drive Medical Center - on Madison's west side, is an 84, 000-square foot facility housing physician and rehabilitation professionals in Cardiology, Integrative Medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology, Spine and Sports Medicine. Our Fitness Center provides a resource for both working with patients while under our care and providing education after discharge. This environment creates many opportunities for face-to-face collaboration in the care of our patients.

Job Description

UW Hospital and Clinics benefits