Histocompatibility Technologist

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs high complexity histocompatibility testing and related functions including molecular typing, antibody monitoring and flow cytometry testing for transplant, disease association, and drug resistance or susceptibility. Responsible for the accurate performance of laboratory tests and other duties in a manner that complies with all approved protocols. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assure accurate and reliable clinical outcomes.

Requirements

Certifications: Histocompatibility Technologist - American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI)
Relevant Work Experience
Less than 1 year experience
Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates proficiency of diagnostic testing in practical applications.
Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering results.
Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience in specimen processing.
Understands the goal of increasing organizational productivity and individual performance by making the products and services within your work assignments more efficient and more effective.
Demonstrates quality management practices on the job which result in superior products and services delivered.

Responsibilities

Provide patient-focused care in a clinical setting through Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) typing using molecular methods, following Lab SOPs and protocols.
Perform data analysis and interpretation of HLA alleles and haplotype frequency.
Isolates Lymphocytes from Peripheral Blood, Spleen, and Lymph nodes.
Perform cellular based antibody screening by Flow Cytometry Crossmatch, and perform initial analysis and data interpretation.
Perform Antibody Screening, Antibody Specificity Analysis, by Luminex solid phase methods, and perform initial analysis and data interpretation.
Generate initial crossmatch and antibody screening reports for manager and director final review.
Combine HLA typing, flow crossmatch and antibody screening results to generate the first revision of the Virtual Crossmatch Report for final director revision and sing off.
Able to collect requests from transplant coordinators and physicians to be transferred to the laboratory Manager and Director.