Histocompatibility Technologist Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Performs patient testing for multiple transplant programs under supervision of Laboratory Director and Manager. After completion of training, candidate is expected to fit into lab 24 hour on call rotation. HLA technologist is expected to learn all facets of histocompatibility testing.

Position Highlights:

Shift Schedule:

Full-Time, Days with some evening, weekends, and holiday rotations.

Location:

Winston Salem, NC What We Offer :

Day 1

Health Coverage:

Amazing health insurance with the option of copay or HSA eligible plans

Wellness Incentives:

Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program

Education:

Eligible for our Prepaid College Tuition Assistance program (up to $5,250/year)!

Parental Benefits:

Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave

Retirement:

Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

: Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution. Master’s degree or Doctoral preferred. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or

REGISTRATION

Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) by examination through the Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI) preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

: 1. Performs procedures in accordance with the Histocompatibility Laboratory Procedures Manual. Demonstrates proficiency with authorized assays. 2.

Performs the following tests:

Molecular HLA Class I and Class II typing using SSP, Real Time PCR and NGS (Next Generation Sequencing); perform flow cytometric crossmatch; and HLA Class I and Class II antibody identifications using latex bead microarray. 3. Acquires and maintains inventory of supplies, stock, working reagents and equipment required for laboratory work. 4. Handles hazardous and waste materials in accordance with federal, state and laboratory specifications. 5. Participates in all internal and external quality assurance and proficiency programs for assigned area. 6. Maintains laboratory records as required by local, state and federal agencies. 7. Assists with regular equipment performance checks and with laboratory cleanup as required. 8. Provides direction and guidance to support personnel. 9. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

: Ability to take 24 hour on call and work independently at all hours Good oral and written communication skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Comfortable, well lit, open lab space Weekly rotation to different benches within the HLA lab

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

: 0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum