Technologist III, Histocompatibility Laboratory Services (Union)
Core
Perform high-complexity histocompatibility testing on donor and patient samples to resolve compatibility problems and provide reference services.
Role type
Senior Histocompatibility Laboratory Technologist
Builds
Blood compatibility test results and reference reports for hospitals and transfusion services
Domain
Healthcare / Histocompatibility / Immunohematology
Required skills
Serologic testing, Molecular testing (PCR, DNA extraction), Immunologic testing, Cytotoxic crossmatching, Antibody screening/identification, Quality control, Equipment maintenance, Data analysis, Procedure validation, Staff training
Preferred skills
CHT(ABHI) or CHS(ABHI) certification, State licensure, Commercial/clinical laboratory experience, HLA or molecular laboratory experience
Technologies
Luminex, ELISA, PCR, STR analysis, Sequence-based typing
Responsibilities
Perform automated and manual HLA testing procedures; Resolve compatibility problems and interpret test results; Provide guidance and training to team members; Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment; Communicate with hospital personnel to report findings; Evaluate and implement new laboratory techniques.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
