Specialty Laboratory Technologist - Immunogenetics/HLA - Mount Sinai Hospital - Full Time/Evenings (3pm - 11pm incl wknds & hol)

About the role

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Specialty Laboratory Technologist (Histocompatibility) to join our cutting-edge Histocompatibility and Immunology Laboratory (HLA Lab). This role is crucial in supporting Solid Organ and Bone Marrow Transplant Programs by performing serological and molecular HLA testing to ensure optimal donor-recipient matching. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled laboratory professional with a strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to regulatory compliance. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory that directly impacts patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical procedures in Immunogenetics as outlined in the policy and procedure manual(s).
• Perform periodic/scheduled and as-needed maintenance on instrumentation/equipment.
• Maintain documentation including remedial action for problems encountered.
• Perform quality control and calibration procedures when indicated; verify in laboratory information system; record on Levy-Jennings charts; sign QC logs.
• Ensure all required Quality Control and/or calibration procedures are completed by signing out records appropriately per shift/daily/monthly; log all QC in the LIS and indicate on charts when needed; sign all QC logs.
• Maintain all records per regulatory requirements: card files, patient requisitions, LIS documentation, statistical data.
• Consult with the Supervisor or Pathologist on all important results, conflicting or out-of-range (recognized patterns specified in policy) results.
• Note inadequate volume and/or abnormal appearance of samples.
• Review all Critical Test results by repeat analysis if necessary, and communicate the same to Nursing Staff/Physician every time; notify Supervisor/Pathologist in extreme cases.
• Enter details of Critical Value communication in LIS.
• Prioritize work activities to meet established/expected test result turnaround time.
• Notify Supervisor if unable to perform a test or if it is delayed.
• Assist in Inventory Control to assure adequate supplies (QC, reagents, calibrators, and other consumables) are available and reagents are stored properly (temperature sensitive); date supplies appropriately when placed in use.
• Participate in other projects/duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Lab Management.
• Take initiative in resolving instrument-related problems and finding alternate options for test processing.
• Use available time to departmental advantage and assist where needed.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of patients served in assigned area.
• Participate in the department's performance improvement activities.
• Maintain patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information.
• Observe the Health Care System's compliance policies.
• Participate in Competency and Proficiency testing programs; report results back to Supervisor.
• Observe all Safety procedures and precautions: use Personal Protective Equipment (lab coats, gloves, mask, shield, etc.); dispose of contaminated waste and samples as specified by hospital and laboratory manual.
• Wear hospital ID badge at all times while on premises.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical activity including standing, bending, lifting (up to 15 lbs.), and typing.
• Exposure to infectious and hazardous materials, including blood, tissues, and chemicals.
• Ability to handle human tissue samples (e.g., spleen, lymph nodes, blood).
• Must comply with biohazard safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Availability to work on-call hours and flexible shifts as needed by the department.
• Compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and laboratory best practices.

HLA Specific Duties

• Perform serological and molecular HLA testing to support solid organ and bone marrow transplantation.
• Conduct tests such as HLA typing (based on NGS/RT-PCR), crossmatching, antibody screening, and flow cytometry-based assays.
• Work closely with transplant coordinators, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate timely and accurate test reporting.
• Notify the supervisor or clinician of any critical, out-of-range, or conflicting test results.
• Ensure proper storage of temperature-sensitive materials, routinely checking laboratory freezers, refrigerators, incubators, water baths, and heat blocks.
• Adhere to safety protocols for handling biohazardous samples and chemicals.
• Participate in test validation, laboratory research, and development of new testing methodologies.
• Stay current with advancements in histocompatibility testing through continuing education and professional development.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects that enhance lab performance and efficiency.
• Assist in the training and mentorship of new technologists and laboratory personnel.
• Engage in proficiency testing programs to ensure competency and skill enhancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, or a related field, meeting NYS Department of Health (DOH) technologist standards.
• 0–1 year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting, preferably in Histocompatibility, Immunology, or Transplantation Laboratory.
• New graduates with strong laboratory skills are encouraged to apply.
• New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist License (issued by DOH/Office of Professions) or Restricted Technologist License in Histocompatibility required.
• Preferred: ASCP certification (American Society for Clinical Pathology).
• Preferred: ASHI Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) or Certified Histocompatibility Specialist (CHS).
• Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSHS-LT&T.

Pay

The Mount Sinai Health System provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $56.8785 – $69.7408 hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.