Clinical Lab Technician - HLA Lab

Job Description

Shape the Future of Transplant Medicine
At Vitalant, your work has a direct impact on saving and improving lives. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, we support hospitals, patients, and transplant programs through specialized laboratory testing and services. As a Clinical Laboratory Technician in our HLA Laboratory, you'll perform high-quality laboratory testing on biological specimens that supports organ, tissue, and stem cell transplantation.

What You'll Do

• Perform routine testing of biological specimens in the HLA laboratory following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare and prequalify laboratory reagents used in testing procedures.
• Prepare donor and patient testing while ensuring accurate and timely results.
• Prepare blood products and components, including irradiation and pooling procedures, as applicable.
• Participate in blood product inventory management and product issuing activities.
• Maintain complete, accurate laboratory records while protecting donor, patient, and employee confidentiality.
• Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and quality control of laboratory equipment.
• Identify equipment malfunctions and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with laboratory team members to support operational excellence and exceptional customer service.
• Perform all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements, including CLIA, CAP, FDA, AABB, state regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Support Vitalant's culture of teamwork, inclusion, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform laboratory procedures accurately and consistently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Working knowledge of laboratory quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Strong computer skills and experience with laboratory information systems.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Frequent reaching, bending, and repetitive hand movements.
• Ability to lift laboratory supplies and equipment as needed.
• Ability to safely perform work in a laboratory environment.

Compensation Considerations

Pay Range: 20.81 - 26.93 DOE
Shift Differential: 9% 2nd Shift Work Shift (if Applicable)