Medical Technologist - Registered

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin. BETTER TOGETHER

 This position is eligible for a $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS for joining GHC!

(Referral amounts prorated based on FTE)

Part-time weekday schedule. 0.60 FTE / 24 hours per week with occasional weekends.

Why join our comprehensive laboratory department?

• Stable work Monday through Friday offering a variety of interesting work using various procedures and instruments.
• GHC-SCW’s smaller laboratory team provides a strong sense of community within the department and increased access and closer relationships to the department leadership team.
• Work only 3 weekend shifts per year, on average!
• Work only 1 holiday per year!
• No third shift rotations!
• Free parking at all GHC clinic locations!

Many Talents, One Mission! The Benefits of Working at GHC-SCW.

The Medical Technologist (MT) – Registered is responsible for performing laboratory procedures as ordered by a provider. Medical Technologists - Registered work as generalists in the areas of: Chemistry, Hematology and Urinalysis. Responsibilities include performance of lab tests from all Group Health Cooperative of South-Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) locations in any or all departments; performance of quality control, troubleshooting, and maintenance functions; collection of specimens; and other tasks as assigned. This position is also responsible for provision of technical support to Medical Laboratory Technicians, providers, and other GHC-SCW internal staff. The MT - Registered works under the general supervision and guidance of the Medical Laboratory Services Manager, Medical Technologist – Chief and/or Medical Technologist – Lead.

Job Specific Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Technology, Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science or related science is required.
2. Valid certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists as a Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (AMT) or valid certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists as a Technologist in Microbiology (ASCP),  with certification as a Medical Lab Technician (ASCP) or valid certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists as a Technologist in Chemistry (ASCP),  with certification as a Medical Lab Technician (ASCP) or valid certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists as a Technologist in Hematology (ASCP),  with certification as a Medical Lab Technician (ASCP).
3. Possession of or eligibility for a valid Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certificate is required.  Employee must obtain certification within four (4) months of employment.  
4. Knowledge of current laboratory safety and hygiene protocols.
5. Knowledge and ability to accurately perform tests.
6. Knowledge of quality control testing procedures and practices. 
7. Ability to perform troubleshooting on laboratory equipment. 
8. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
10. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to be culturally sensitive and work with a diverse patient population.
11. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn and use computer-based applications such as MS Office, electronic medical record systems and laboratory related applications. Experience with EPIC is desirable. 
12. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.  Knowledge of or ability to learn HIPAA requirements.
13. Knowledge of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) of 1988 and requirements to keep GHC-SCW laboratories in compliance is required.
14. Ability to be on-call every other week to provide support to laboratory operations is required. Ability to provide own transportation to various work locations is required.

The incumbent knows and abides by all Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) organizational and departmental policies, sets personal standards and strives for high quality work in completing assignments, performs job duties in a timely manner, and represents the organization in a positive manner. The incumbent understands our Mission, Vision, and Common Values (stated below) and is committed to promote these values in behavior and attitude. 

Our Mission Statement: We partner with members and the communities we serve to maximize health and well-being.

Our Vision: As a local, not-for-profit, member-owned Cooperative, we are the most trusted resource for lifelong health and well-being in the communities we serve.

Our Values

• We are a not-for-profit Cooperative
• We are member-centered
• We are equitable and inclusive
• We are quality-driven
• We are innovative
• We are community involved

We believe:

Healthcare is a human right.

In treating all people with dignity and respect.

There is strength in diversity.

Equity celebrates our humanity.

We are better together.

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GHC-SCW considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.