Histocompatibility Tech

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio, TX, seeks a Histocompatibility Specialist to organize and supervise advanced testing for organ and stem transplantation, platelet transfusion, and related analyses.

The role covers HLA antibody analysis, flow cross matching, molecular typing, and chimerism assessment, with guidance to staff and a focus on accurate, confidential handling of patient information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science is required.
• Histocompatibility Technologist certification is highly recommended.
• Three years of histocompatibility testing experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and perform general supervision and histocompatibility testing for organ and stem transplantation.
• Perform HLA antibody analysis, flow cross matching, and molecular tissue typing.
• Conduct molecular chimerism analysis and other histocompatibility tests.
• Plan work activities, guide other staff, and ensure timely, accurate results.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and handle procurement-related duties as needed.

Skills

Histocompatibility testing

HLA antibody analysis

Flow cross matching

Molecular tissue typing

Molecular chimerism analysis

Staff supervision

Laboratory quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science

Histocompatibility Technologist certification (recommended)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

To provide expert, advanced technical skills necessary to organize and perform general supervision and histocompatibility testing for organ and stem transplantation, platelet transfusion and disease risk analysis; and chimerism/monitoring engraftment. Responsible for supervising and performing HLA antibody analysis, flow cross matching, molecular tissue typing, molecular chimerism analysis and other histocompatibility testing procedures. Performs assigned duties rapidly and accurately. Plans work activities and makes decisions connected with own work and provides guidance to other staff members in these areas. Recognizes unusual results and/or abnormalities and takes prompt and appropriate action to assure the accuracy and validity of test results. Assumes accountability for the dissemination of patient information to ensure the confidentiality and privacy of patients. Duties may also include performance of procedures associated with procurement of blood specimens from patients, donors and control subjects.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or an appropriate biological/chemical/medical science from an accredited college or university is required. Certifications as a Histocompatibility Technologist is highly recommended. Three years of histocompatibility testing experience is required with a performance record indicating exceptional initiative and competency in performance of all laboratory test procedures currently offered.