This is an open-pooled position. Applicants' education/experience will be considered and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate.

JOB: Histocompatibility Technologist

JOB SUMMARY

Histocompatibility Technologist provides technical skills necessary to perform histocompatibility testing for transplantation and disease associations.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science. One (1) year laboratory or phlebotomy experience.

Preferred: 

CHT or CHS certification preferred. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs histocompatibility testing for transplantation and disease associations. Assures accuracy of results and reports to transplant surgeon. Evaluates immunocompetency of transplant patient prior to and following procedure when necessary. Coordinates donor/recipient information and status with transplant team. Participates in on-call rotation schedule of 24 hours a day, 365 days a year coverage for deceased donor testing. Draws blood from normal control subjects as necessary. Conducts specialized blood tests to determine antibody level of transplant recipients. Maintains complete records of transplant patients. Prepares and enters test data and results into computer. Participates in quality control and safety procedures. Assists in the development of new testing procedures and techniques. Adheres to internal controls established for department.

WORK SCHEDULE: 

Day shift, Monday-Friday

JOB: Histocompatibility Scientist

JOB SUMMARY

Provides advanced technical skills necessary to organize and perform histocompatibility typing for transplantation and disease associations.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Conducts specialized blood tests to determine antibody level of transplant recipients. Performs histocompatibility testing for transplantation and disease associations. Assures accuracy of results and reports to transplant surgeon and other appropriate personnel. Evaluates immunocompetency of transplant patient prior to and following procedure when necessary. Coordinates donor/recipient information and status with transplant team. Participates in on-call rotation schedule of 24 hours a day, 365 days a year coverage for deceased donor testing. Draws blood from normal control subjects as necessary. Maintains complete records of transplant patients. Prepares and enters test data and results into computer. Monitors and evaluates quality control procedures. Responsible for laboratory safety proficiency. Assists in evaluating laboratory services and procedures and makes recommendations. Assists in evaluation of new testing procedures and techniques. Assists in development and update of laboratory manual. Adheres to internal controls established for department.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in a Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science. One (1) year laboratory or phlebotomy experience

Preferred:

One (1) year experience in a clinical histocompatibility laboratory.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

Required:

Certification as a Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) or Histocompatibility Specialist (CHS) by the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI). OR MLS Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or MT Certification by American Medical Technologists (AMT). OR Obtain ACHI, MLS, or AMT certification within 12 months of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation