Medical Lab Scientist - .8 FTE, 32.0 hours

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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Position Summary

Performs testing on biological specimens in hospital and/or specialty clinic laboratory. Collects specimens, analyzes, evaluates, interprets, teaches, and reports test results from a variety of specimens to provide clinical data which aid the physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs Maintenance, QA, QC, Quality management, and other activities that support the daily operational functions of the laboratory. Applies critical thinking and cognitive skills to report timely and accurate laboratory reports. Directs designated employees. Problem solves and troubleshoots in a variety of different circumstances.

Position Description

Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory sciences or one of the chemical or biological sciences related fieldsCurrent ASCP certification as a medical technologist (MT) , medical laboratory scientist (MLS) or ASCP registry eligible and ASCP certification as a medical technologist within one year of employment. ASCP technologist specialist certification in specialty field would be accepted in lieu of MT certification. Approximately six to twelve months clinical laboratory experience preferred. Must be able to work independently, meet deadlines, and produce error free results. Interpersonal skills to work with patients, patient's families, physicians, hospital, and laboratory staff. Leadership ability to assign and review the work of MLTs, MLAs, students and other laboratory allied health staff.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses

one of the following: - N/A, ASCP-American Society for Clinical Pathologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification, MLS-Medical Lab Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification, MT-Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists