Medical Laboratory Tech

Are you looking for an interesting and exciting career in veterinary medicine? UW Veterinary Care is currently seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our veterinary Clinical Pathology Laboratory team. This position provides essential services, particularly in the areas of specimen receiving, hematology/cytology processing, urinalysis, and parasitology. We invite you to become a part of our team and contribute meaningfully to the well-being of our patients and their owners.

The anticipated schedule for this position is Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm, with a 60-minute unpaid lunch. Occasional on-call and monthly holiday coverage as needed in support of the student emergency on-call rotation.

• Prepares and processes various biological specimens, including blood, urine, feces, and tissue samples, for laboratory testing and solves problems related to collection and processing.

• Process specimens for cytologic analysis; utilize the hematology section instrumentation (automated hematology analyzer, microhematocrit centrifuge, cytocentrifuge, and automated slide stainer).

• Assist in finding missing specimens or requests with appropriate communication to requester; package and submit specimens to referral laboratories and enter returned results into the LIS.

• Perform urine chemical analysis: dipstick, ictotest & protein quantification; examine sediment microscopically for crystals, cells, bacteria, etc.; examine fecal material for ova & parasites: Direct examination, fecal flotations, Baermanns & Knotts.

• Records laboratory results and generates reports for veterinarians.

• Answers phones and assists in clerical tasks and finding missing specimens or requests.

• File completed laboratory reports and glass slides.

• Follows quality control procedures to ensure the reliability and precision of test results, adhering to established laboratory protocols and standards.

• Assist with training of students, and new employees in laboratory operating procedures and techniques.

• Adhere to all relevant regulatory and safety standards, such as OSHA, CLIA, and CAP, to ensure a safe and compliant laboratory environment.

• Stays informed about emerging trends and best practices in veterinary clinical pathology through ongoing professional development and training.

• Processes and performs routine medical laboratory testing on biological specimens (25%)

• Analyzes and documents test results and related data (15%)

• Uses, maintains, performs quality control, calibrates, and sets up lab equipment according to established polices and procedures (15%)

• Prepares and assures quality of solutions and reagents according to established procedures (10%)

• Logs data and findings and enters results into a patients' medical records (20%)

• Other duties as assigned (10%)

• Provide support for out-of-hour, on-call coverage as needed (5%)

School of Veterinary Medicine

UW Veterinary Care Hospital

Clinical Pathology Laboratory

The starting hourly rate for this position is $21.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications).

UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages (including night and weekend differential, if applicable), outstanding employee benefits https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/new-employee-benefits-enrollment/benefits-for-employees-covered-by-the-wrs/ ample paid time off https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/leave/paid-leave/, financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification, referral bonuses, an annual shoe allowance, and a yearly provision of hospital-branded clothing.

• Strong computer skills

• Effective communication, organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills

• Ability to work as an effective team member

• Experience working in clinical laboratory diagnostics

• Knowledge of principles and procedures used in accession receiving, specimen handling, urinalysis, parasitology, and laboratory safety

• Familiarity with a variety of modern clinical laboratory instrumentation to include performance of maintenance procedures

• Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance practices and procedures

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently

• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment

• Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance procedures

• High School Diploma Required

• Associates Degree in laboratory science, medical or veterinary laboratory technology or related field Preferred

• Medical Lab Technician (MLT) Certification Preferred

Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply' button. Applicants are asked to upload a current copy of their resume, outlining their experience as it applies to this position. Cover letter detailing interest in this role and 3 professional references optional, but need to be available upon request.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Hiring Manager: Faye Hartmann, Clinical Pathology Lab Manager, faye.hartmann@wisc.edu

Human Resources Support: April Schulz, HR Manager, ajschulz2@wisc.edu

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