Transplant Technologist - Tissue Typing Lab

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio is seeking an ABHI certified technologist for histocompatibility testing. The position involves performing comprehensive clinical assessments and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a life science and relevant lab experience.

This role includes participation in a 24-hour on-call rotation, covering about 20-25% of the monthly schedule. The university is committed to equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• ABHI certification required within 2 years of hire.
• 2 years of lab experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret results in Tissue Typing Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive clinical histocompatibility testing.
• Participate in a 24-hour on-call rotation.

Skills

Knowledge of standard immunological lab techniques

Demonstrable organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Experience in PCR-molecular technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in a life science

Job description

SCOPE OF POSITION

ABHI certified technologist performing histocompatibility testing and interpreting results in Tissue Typing Laboratory.

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent will perform comprehensive clinical histocompatibility testing. To ensure the highest standards of result interpretation and quality control, candidates must obtain CHT (ABHI) certification at the Technologist level within 24 months of hire. This role requires participation in a 24-hour on-call rotation, covering approximately 20–25% of the monthly schedule.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in a life science, knowledge of standard immunological lab techniques, or knowledge of histocompatibility and/or 2 years of lab experience is preferred. Experience in PCR-molecular technology helpful. Demonstrable organizational skills, and ability to multi-task absolutely essential. CHT (ABHI) certification required within 2 years of hire.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.