Medical Technologist-Transplant Laboratory

Job Description
SCOPE OF POSITION
ACHI certified technologist performing histocompatibility testing and interpreting results in Tissue Typing Laboratory.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for performing all clinical testing for histocompatibility. Certification (CHT/ACHI) at the Technologist level, which demonstrates appropriate experience and knowledge to interpret test results and provide high levels of quality control (use of appropriate controls, etc.)is required within 2 years of hire. Must be available for scheduled 24 hour on-call, approximately 20-25% of each month.
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a life science, knowledge of standard immunological lab techniques, or knowledge of histocompatibility and/or 2 years of lab experience required. Experience in PCR-molecular technology helpful. Demonstrable organizational skills, and ability to multi-task absolutely essential.