Clinical Lab Scientist 1, 2nd Shift, Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Transplantation Immunology

Job Overview

The Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Transplantation Immunology, seeks a motivated individual to conduct clinical laboratory testing. The ideal candidate for this full-time (100% FTE) Clinical Lab Scientist 1 position will have a background in immunology, be a critical thinker with excellent communication skills, and an ability to work independently. Work experience in flow cytometry and molecular DNA testing is ideal. This position will be trained on first shift, then assigned to work 2nd shift after training (8 or 10-hour shifts available).

SIGN ON BONUS: $5,000

STARTING PAY RANGE: $27-29 hourly

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: $4 hourly

Essential Functions

• Perform testing, interpret and record results.
• Perform quality control and proficiency testing.
• Comply with cGMP requirements (in appropriate areas) regarding test interpretation and validity of results.
• Communicate and report test results to external customers, as well as internal.
• Respond to other healthcare professionals’ questions regarding results.
• Clerically process incoming patient blood samples. Compose written case reports for hospital patient referrals, when appropriate.
• Prepare laboratory reagents. Develop and perform reagent evaluation studies and other special projects with supervisory review.
• Quarantine and discard blood products with positive test results, when appropriate.
• Maintain equipment and clean, safe work area.
• Assume on-call responsibilities, as required.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or other related biological science.
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Some labs require MLT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), BB(ASCP), or SBB(ASCP).

Required Experience

None