HLA Technologist - Part Time - CHS Required

Donor Network of Arizona; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Donor Network of Arizona is seeking an HLA Technologist to participate in ABO and donor histocompatibility testing, manage performance and evaluation, and determine donor HLA and ABO typing within a defined turnaround time, using Real-Time PCR.

This part-time, as-needed role requires on-call availability 6 PM to 8:30 AM, weekends and holidays, with a 3–5 shifts per month minimum; a laboratory science degree and active CHS (ACHI) certification are required.

Qualifications

• Doctoral, master's or bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology.
• Or an associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
• Active CHS (ACHI) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in ABO and donor histocompatibility testing.
• Determines HLA and ABO typing within a predetermined turnaround time.
• HLA Typing using Real-Time PCR method.
• Routine equipment maintenance.
• Assists with quality control and quality assurance.
• Participates in transplant on-call rotation.

Skills

HLA testing

PCR methods

Quality control

On-call readiness

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral in Lab Science

Associate degree in Laboratory Science

Tools

Real-Time PCR

Job description

About the HLA Technologist

Participates in all aspects of ABO and donor histocompatibility testing including test management, performance, and evaluation.

Determines donor’s HLA and ABO initial typing within a pre-determined turnaround time.

HLA Typing using Real-Time PCR method.

Routine equipment maintenance.

Assists with quality control and quality assurance.

Participates in transplant on-call rotation.

Note: This is a part-time position, meaning the employee will work on an as-needed basis. Hours are not guaranteed and may vary depending on operational requirements. This role is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility or supplemental income.

Schedule: Part-time (as needed, flexible hours). Donor Network of Arizona's HLA laboratory is a 24/7 operation.

Shift: Varies based on department needs, including weekends and holidays. Must be available for on-call requirement from 6PM-8:30 AM, 7 days per week. 3-5 shifts minimum required per month.

Minimum Education:

Meets current state, federal and other regulatory agency (ASHI) educational/experience requirements: doctoral, master's or bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution or have earned an associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.

Active CHS (ACHI) certification required.