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Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician (MLT/MLS/CLS) | Microbiology

Gundersen Health System
La Crosse, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Feb 2025
💰 $56,960/yr

About the role

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Schedule Weekly Hours:

36

We are looking to add a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Laboratory Technician to our Microbiology laboratory team. ASCP Certification not required!

What You'll Do:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist demonstrates competency with the full scope of laboratory procedures, chemical, microscopic, bacteriologic, molecular and transfusion medicine. Analyzes information, monitors quality performance and takes action to ensure the efficient delivery of accurate and timely laboratory test results and services. Understands the requirements and standards of regulating agencies and ensures compliance within the laboratory. Delegates and provides clinical laboratory expertise for Medical Technicians and support staff within the laboratory and provides technical expertise in a manner that promotes collaboration with internal and external customers. Actively seeks education opportunities to learn and stay current in information relevant to the section(s) and participates in initiatives to advance department strategic goals and key operating strategies for the organization.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Perform routine microbiology and some molecular testing

  • Responsible for conducting examinations on specimens collected from patients for bacterial, viral, protozoan and fungal infections

  • Isolate and make cultures of bacteria or other microorganisms in prescribed media, controlling moisture, aeration, temperature, and nutrition

  • Examine physiological, morphological, and cultural characteristics, using a microscope, to identify and classify microorganisms in human specimens

  • Identify and isolate infectious disease-causing organisms

  • Perform a full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to more complex tests

  • Recognize unusual antimicrobial susceptibility results and troubleshoot the issue

What's Available:

  • Fulltime - 72 hours biweekly (0.9 FTE)

  • Day shifts (start between 4a-8:30a) with occasional evening shift (2p-10:30p) and every third weekend rotation

  • Starting pay of $28.48/hr and up, based on your years of experience

  • 8 & 80: paid time and one-half the regular rate for all hours worked over eight in any workday and eighty hours in the fourteen-day period.

What You'll Need:

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Science or a related field

  • Proficiency in laboratory techniques, including microbiology, specimen processing, and analysis

  • Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues

  • ASCP Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Certification preferred but not required

What You'll Get:

  • A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

  • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate, based on your years of experience, as well as generous shift differentials, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded

  • A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member

  • Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution

  • Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need

  • Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center

  • Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleagu

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