Clinical Laboratory Technologist -Tissue Typing Night Shift

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 89,142 - 113,055; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist at Stony Brook Medicine. This full-time position involves testing and preparation of tissue samples for transplant procedures, compliance with quality control protocols, and support for 24/7 lab coverage. Qualified candidates must have a NYS licensure, experience in molecular tissue typing preferred, and strong communication skills. The pay range is $89,142 - $113,055 per year. This role requires night shifts from Monday to Friday and on-call weekends.

Qualifications

• Must possess a NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
• Preferred certification and experience in high-complexity testing.
• Effective communication and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test tissue samples for human histocompatibility.
• Follow quality control protocols and support lab coverage.
• Assist in lab procedures and preventive maintenance.

Skills

NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Experience in molecular tissue typing

Communication skills

Quality control and assurance

Education

NYS licensure in Clinical Laboratory Technology

Certification as a Histocompatibility Technologist

Job description

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Clinical Laboratory Technologist is a valuable member of our team, providing 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

• 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 to the lead tech, lab supervisor 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 setting up equipment and procedures, modifications and updates 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:
  1. SL-1: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit – eligibility with 0-2 years of demonstrated relevant experience.
  2. SL-2: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit – eligibility with 3-5 years of demonstrated relevant experience.
  3. SL-3: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit – eligibility with a minimum 6 years 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.

Pay Range

$89,142 - $113,055 per year.

Schedule: Full-time Night Shift – Monday to Friday, 10:30 pm – 7:00 am, with on‑call rotation for weekends and holidays.

Primary Location: Tissue Typing, Stony Brook Medicine.