HLA Technologist

Emory Healthcare Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as an HLA Technologist II, where you will engage in complex laboratory services that enhance patient health. This role offers the chance to work in a prestigious ASHI-accredited lab, providing high-quality testing and mentoring to fellow technologists. You will not only perform critical histocompatibility testing but also contribute to improving patient outcomes through innovative laboratory practices. With a strong commitment to professional growth, this position provides an environment rich in mentorship and development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Ongoing mentorship programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field required.
• Two years of medical technology or HLA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assays and histocompatibility testing on clinical samples.
• Provide training and mentoring to lower-level technologists.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Technical Resource Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology

Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical or biological science

Tools

Histocompatibility Testing Equipment

Laboratory Software

Job description

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
• And more

Description

Shift: 2:45pm - 11:15pm, Monday - Friday

Emory Medical Laboratory's mission is to transform health and healing by providing high quality, cost-effective, innovative laboratory services which enhance patient health. We're seeking an HLA Technologist II who will have the opportunity to work in one of the best ASHI-Accredited HLA Labs in the country with world-renowned Medical Directors as part of a leading teaching hospital. This role will provide exposure to complex situations and will require analytical and problem-solving skills. This individual:

• Functions as a technical resource, performing complex assays and providing training and mentoring to other HLA staff.
• Performs standardized and high-complexity histocompatibility testing on various types of clinical samples.
• May perform tests in one scientific discipline or perform selected tests in multiple disciplines (crosstrain DNA/serology).
• Tests may include: HLA antibody screen and identification, crossmatching, typing, and engraftment monitoring.
• Contributes to sample processing, test preparation, testing results, and generates reports.
• Serves as a technical resource for lower-level technologists.
• Evaluates the validity of test results according to transplant program needs and confirms results by alternative methods.
• Uses knowledge of various complex laboratory techniques and procedures to generate quantitative and qualitative observations and initiate problem-solving processes if indicated.
• Must be able to take on-call assignments for nights, holidays, and weekends on a rotating basis.
• Other duties may also be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical or biological science.
• Other bachelor's degrees will be accepted if graduated from an accredited school of medical technology or if science and math coursework meet the requirements of the certifying agency.
• Bachelor's degree may be waived for a medical technologist who was ASCP certified in the years prior to the bachelor's degree requirement by ASCP and a HEW/HHS technologist certified by Health and Human Services.
• Two years of medical technology or HLA experience (Medical Laboratory Technician experience is pro-rated).
• Certification by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), MLS(ASCP) or categorical, MT(NCA), MT(AMT), MT(HHS or HEW), CHT(ABHI), CHS(ABHI).

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor surfaces, Hot/Cold temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.