Histocompatibility Technologist, Transplant Laboratory - Day Shift

University of Chicago Medicine•Chicago, IL

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine , as a Histocompatibility Technologist in the Transplant Lab . In this role, you will perform testing for both patient and potential transplant donors to support both solid and bone marrow transplant program at UCMC and partnership with Advocate. Operating within UChicago Medicine's Department of Pathology, we provide reference laboratory testing to various related and unrelated health care entities, managed care organizations and non-affiliated hospitals, outpatient clinics and private physicians' offices. We offer a full range of diagnostic services. This department is Transplant Laboratory . This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $10,000 Routinely performs a wide range of clinical analyses in Transplant Immunology & Immunogenetics laboratory by properly utilizing a variety of methodologies and instrumentation according to laboratory policies and procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements in order to provide results of the highest level of quality to physicians and our patients.

Requirements

Must satisfy CLIA 88 qualification requirements for testing personnel performing high complexity testing
Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or related field from an accredited college or university
Knowledge and ability to use laboratory/hospital information systems
Knowledge and ability to use automated and conventional laboratory equipment.
Knowledge or training in southern blot and other molecular biology protocols
Ability to interact in a professional manner with individuals at all levels

Nice To Haves

At least one year of pertinent laboratory experience
Certification or eligibility as Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) through the American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI) with Certification or eligibility as Medical Technologist (MT), or specialist (S) through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent

Responsibilities

Performs all aspects of analytical testing and follows established written protocols and standard operating procedures (SOP)
Reports all test results in the laboratory information system according to laboratory policies and procedures, within stated turn-around times, and follows appropriate backup procedures during computer downtimes
Practices the proficient and safe use of all equipment necessary for the completion of all duties and responsibilities by following all maintenance, operation, safety and quality controls policies and procedures
Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test results
Receives specimens submitted to laboratory
Utilizes policies and procedures for requisition and specimen requirements to determine whether the submitted specimen can be processes for analysis
Assures proper storage and procedures for specimens that cannot be immediately analyzed
Conducts preliminary specimen preparations for the analytical process through centrifugation of blood specimens, aliquotting of blood and body fluids and distribution of the prepared specimens to the appropriate sections of the laboratory
Analyzes all test and quality control results for errors, inconsistencies and deviations prior to reporting results
Initiates and documents troubleshooting and problem solving to resolve issues
Communicates information or problems with laboratory team and leadership in a respectful and proactive manner
Prepares and maintains adequate stock of reagents, standards, and control materials for the performance of testing at assigned workstation and notifies leadership of any shortages or problems
Assists in maintaining continual compliance with policies, procedures and record keeping necessary to meet standards of accrediting or regulatory agencies
Assists in training and ongoing continuing education of laboratory testing personnel, students, pathology residents, fellows, and others
Assists in new testing, procedures and equipment validation and implementation
Participates in educational and training activities to acquire new skills, maintain technical relevance and improve proficiency
Provides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate performance of routine and complex tests through the pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic stages
Answers inquiries regarding specimen handling, results and other technical information
Appropriately assists clinicians with requests and seeks out resources necessary when information is not available to answer questions