HLA Technologist / Serology

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On & Relocation Bonus Incentives

Comprehensive health benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta is seeking an HLA Technologist II to transform health through innovative laboratory services. This full-time role includes working varied shifts and performing complex histocompatibility testing. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in medical technology or relevant sciences, alongside certification in a recognized accrediting body, and have two years of medical technology experience. Benefits include sign-on bonuses and comprehensive health plans.

Qualifications

• Two years of medical technology or HLA experience.
• Certification by MT (ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assays and provide training to HLA staff.
• Conduct standardized histocompatibility testing.
• Analyze results and generate clinical reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical training

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or relevant science

Job description

Overview

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 are seeking an HLA Technologist II who will 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. The role will provide exposure to complex situations and requires analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Shifts Available

• Full‑Time, 2:45 pm – 11:15 pm, Monday – Friday
• Full‑Time, 10 pm – 6:30 am, Sunday – Thursday
• On‑call component, holiday rotation included

Benefits

• Sign‑On & Relocation Bonus Incentives (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health benefits that start day one
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family‑focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs
• And more

Job Description

• Function as a technical resource, performing complex assays and providing training and mentoring to other HLA staff.
• Perform 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.
• Analyze and evaluate results, and generate and evaluate clinical reports.
• Contribute to sample processing, test preparation, testing results, and generate reports.
• Serve as a technical resource for lower level technologists.
• Train and mentor other HLA technologists.
• Evaluate the validity of test results according to transplant program needs and confirm results by alternative methods.
• May evaluate new technologies and recommend new acquisitions and/or upgrades of instrumentation and software.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control data.
• Use knowledge of various complex laboratory techniques and procedures to generate quantitative and qualitative observations and initiate problem‑solving processes if indicated.
• Participate in equipment maintenance, instrumentation calibration, quality control and documentation, and monitor levels of supplies and equipment.
• 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 degree will be accepted if graduated from an accredited school of medical technology or if science and math coursework meet requirement of 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(AMT), MT(HHS or HEW), MT(AAB), CHT(ACHI), CHS(ACHI).

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 objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary.

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. One week’s advance notice is preferred.