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Medical Laboratory Technician Or Medical Laboratory Scientist

Fort HealthCare is a patient-centered hospital and healthcare system serving individuals, businesses and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties and we are seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Laboratory team.

Shift: Full Time 1000-2030 70 hours per bi-weekly pay period

Fort HealthCare is proud to be named a 16-time award winner of the Top Workplace award for Southeastern Wisconsin, a 6-time award winner of the USA Top Workplaces award, and a 2-time winner of their Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award for Purpose & Values. In addition, Fort HealthCare has been recognized nationally as a Top Workplace for Nursing 2026.

Our Mission Statement is our daily guide to provide the best health care possible. We promote it widely for all we serve to read, understand and to help our public hold us accountable for the promises we make. Our Mission Statement - Improve the Health and Well-being of Our Community Our Vision Statement provides each of us at Fort HealthCare with a goal. It is our motivation to improve constantly upon the level of care we provide, and the quality of services delivered. Our Vision - Be the Healthiest Community in Wisconsin.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, education, and resources you need to perform your job and ample opportunities for professional growth.

The Technical Specialist provides technical oversight of their section(s) and acts as a staff resource for instrumentation and testing as well as staff training and competency requirements. The Technical Specialist develops and evaluates a variety of tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Responsibilities of these positions include:

• Ensures proper function of assigned analyzers/department area by performing needed validation and verification studies; monitoring calibrations as needed; and serving as staff resource for troubleshooting and resolution of instrumentation and testing issues.
• Ensures successful quality control program by recognizing, resolving, and documenting QC trends and failures; performing monthly review of QC and comparing to peer data as appropriate; and submitting monthly QC data and documentation to director or designee for review. Compiles and submits any quality management reports required for their section.
• Oversees analyzer maintenance program.
• Takes leadership in the initial and ongoing training of staff and assists in the evaluation of annual and as needed individual competencies.
• Updates and reviews policies and procedures in area of responsibility.
• Takes responsibility for supply management of reagents and consumables.
• Performs and accurately documents all routine and special analysis of chemical, microscopic, hematologic, serologic, bacteriologic, and immunohematology testing.
• Assures accurate test results by assessing specimen quality, clinical diagnosis, instrument operation, and quality control procedures.
• Monitors turnaround time of all ordered tests via turnaround time monitor, pending lists, and other available tools.
• Identifies critical test results and notifies appropriate clinical staff of results and documents the call.
• Collects specimens from patients of all ages using appropriate collection devices.

Requirements of these positions include:

• Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science
• Must productively interact with patients, lab staff, physicians, nursing staff, and related personnel to perform laboratory work and report on results
• ASCP or equivalent MLT/MLS certification

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Competitive shift differentials (2,3, and weekends)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO Plan
• Daycare
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending
• Health Insurance
• Comprehensive Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Pharmacy Discount
• Tuition Assistance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Parking
• Employee gym

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.