HLA Technologist / Serology

Description

Functions as a technical resource, performing complex assays and providing training and mentoring to other HLA staff. Performs standardized and high-complexity histocompatibility testing on various types of clinical samples. May perform tests in one scientific discipline or perform selected tests in multiple disciplines (crosstrain DNA/serology). Tests may include: HLA antibody screen and identification, crossmatching, typing, and engraftment monitoring. Contribute to sample processing, test preparation, testing results, and generate reports. Serve as a technical resource for lower level technologist. Evaluates the validity of test results according to transplant program needs and confirms results by alternative methods. Uses knowledge of various complex laboratory techniques and procedures to generate quantitative and qualitative observations and initiate problem solving processes if indicated.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical or biological science. Other bachelor's degree will be accepted if graduated from an accredited school of medical technology or if science and math coursework meet requirement of certifying agency. Bachelor's degree may be waived for a medical technologist who was ASCP certified in the years prior to the bachelor's degree requirement by ASCP and a HEW/HHS technologist certified by Health and Human Services.
• Two years of medical technology or HLA experience (Medical Laboratory Technician experience is pro-rated).
• Certification by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), MLS(ASCP) or categorical, MT(NCA), MT(AMT), MT(HHS or HEW), CHT(ABHI), CHS(ABHI).

Job Duties

Functions as a technical resource, performing complex assays and providing training and mentoring to other HLA staff. Performs standardized and high-complexity histocompatibility testing on various types of clinical samples. May perform tests in one scientific discipline or perform selected tests in multiple disciplines (crosstrain DNA/serology). Tests may include: HLA antibody screen and identification, crossmatching, typing, and engraftment monitoring. Contribute to sample processing, test preparation, testing results, and generate reports. Serve as a technical resource for lower level technologist. Evaluates the validity of test results according to transplant program needs and confirms results by alternative methods. Uses knowledge of various complex laboratory techniques and procedures to generate quantitative and qualitative observations and initiate problem solving processes if indicated.

Physical Requirements

• 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing)

Environmental Factors

• Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and work tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required.

Benefits

All levels of experience and education will be considered for this posting. Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We Provide Sign-on and Relocation bonus incentives (when applicable) Comprehensive health benefits that start day one Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs And more!

About the Role

Emory Medical Laboratory's mission is to transform health and healing by providing high quality, cost-effective, innovative laboratory services which enhance patient health. We're seeking an HLA Technologist II who will have the opportunity to work in one of the best ASHI-Accredited HLA Labs in the country with world-renown Medical Directors as part of a leading teaching hospital. This role will provide exposure to complex situations and will require analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

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Skills

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Benefits

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We Provide Sign-on and Relocation bonus incentives (when applicable) Comprehensive health benefits that start day one Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs And more!

Pay

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We Provide Sign-on and Relocation bonus incentives (when applicable) Comprehensive health benefits that start day one Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs And more!

Schedule

Shi ft : 2:45pm - 11:15pm, Tuesday - Saturday, with a holiday rotation Please note, there is an on-call component to the position Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We Provide Sign-on and Relocation bonus incentives (when applicable) Comprehensive health benefits that start day one Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs And more!