Clinical Laboratory Technologist -Tissue Typing Night Shift

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University Hospital is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist IV in the Tissue Typing department for the night shift. This role is part of the laboratory team providing essential services to organ transplant programs and requires strong attention to quality and patient care.

Key duties include preparing and testing tissue samples for histocompatibility, performing HLA typing (serological and molecular), crossmatch testing, reporting issues, and maintaining QC protocols while

Qualifications

• Requires NYS licensure as CLT or eligibility with provisional/limited permit.
• Experience in molecular tissue typing and histocompatibility testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Has line responsibility for preparation and testing of tissue samples for histocompatibility testing.
• Performs HLA typing by serological and molecular methods and donor-recipient crossmatch testing.
• Follows QC/QA protocols, maintains documentation, and supports 24/7 lab coverage.
• Assists in development and updating department procedures and preventive maintenance.

Education

NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or eligible (provisional/limited permit)

Job description

Job Description - Clinical Laboratory Technologist -Tissue Typing Night Shift (2602597)

Clinical Laboratory Technologist -Tissue Typing Night Shift

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Clinical Laboratory Technologist is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist may include but are not limited to the following:

• Has line responsibility for preparation (assessing specimen acceptability) and testing (routine and STAT) of tissue samples for human histocompatibility testing procedures for solid organ or hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
• Testing includes HLA typing by serological and molecular methods (SSP & SSO-Luminex), serum HLA antibody detection (screen ID and SA by Luminex) and donor-recipient crossmatch (AHG-CDC) testing. Will report any problems pertaining to this testing to the attention of the lead tech, lab supervisor and or lab director.
• Required to follow all quality control/assurance and safety protocols including reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, required documentation, attendance at laboratory recertification class and continuing education requirements (12 credit hours/annually).
• Required to support 24/7 coverage of lab services to organ transplant programs.
• Assists in the setting up of equipment and procedures, modifications and update of existing procedures and development of overall departmental procedure manuals.
• Assists in the development and implementation of a routine preventative maintenance program for equipment in the clinical laboratories.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit
eligibility with demonstrated relevant experience.

Preferred: Experience in molecular tissue typing and molecular engraftment analysis. Certification as a Histocompatibility Technologist by the American Board for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics, CHT (ABHI) and or the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS (ASCP). Documentation of histocompatibility work experience in an ASHI/CAP accredited laboratory performing high-complexity testing under CLIA '88 Regulations as currently modified.

Please Note: Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days.An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

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• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

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Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $89,142 - $113,055 Base

The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:

Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($4000)

Inconvenience pay/supplemental shift differential. ($575)

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.

Job Number

2602597

Official Job Title : TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist IV

Job Field

Laboratory

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Tissue Typing

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Night Shift

Shift Hours : M-F 10:30pm-7am, on call rotation for weekends and holidays

Pass Days : Sat, Sun, Variable

Posting Start Date

Aug 6, 2026

Posting End Date

Salary Grade : SL1