Job Description:

PRIMARY PURPOSE: 

The Assistant Histocompatibility Laboratory Director is responsible for acquiring the knowledge, skills, expertise and credentials necessary to qualify for the position and prepare to independently perform the responsibilities of an Associate Clinical Histocompatibility Laboratory Director.  The Assistant HLA Laboratory Director will work under the supervision of ASHI credentialed Histocompatibility Laboratory Director(s).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations.  Brings compliance issues to the attention of management.

Assures quality customer service to all customers.

Master the technical and clinical aspects of histocompatibility laboratory testing including, but not limited to: HLA typing, ABO typing, cross-matching and antibody testing, including maintaining quality and uniformity.

Assist with the development and implementation of new histocompatibility programs to improve patient care and adjust to the changing state-of-the-art.

Assist and advise in the management and development of laboratory staff that will perform test procedures, record and report test results promptly, accurately and proficiently.

Obtain the expertise to advise referring physicians and transplant coordinators regarding the significance of test results.

Assist the credentialed HLA Laboratory Director to support the relevant administrative, financial, laboratory operations and clinical aspects of transplantation.

Assist the credentialed HLA Laboratory Director with quality control, quality assurance, quality improvement and ethical issues as they relate to histocompatibility testing.

Conduct continuing education presentations for HLA Laboratory staff.

Become knowledgeable of the various regulatory and accrediting agencies and their requirements that apply to the HLA laboratory.

Develop a portfolio of cases reviewed in accordance with the American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI) Director Training Review and Credentialing Committee (DTRC) Requirements, as applicable.

Performs all other duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge/Education

MD or PhD in Biological Science with a minimum of 2 years of post-doctoral training in immunology, histocompatibility, immunogenetics, or a related field, or a residency in clinical (or a combined anatomic/clinical) pathology or other related medical specialty required.

Licenses/Certifications

Possess applicable state license(s) required.

Passed the American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI) Clinical Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) or Clinical Histocompatibility Specialist (CHS) examination preferred.

Experience

Meet requirements to register with ACHI as a Director in Training (DIT) or have completed registration as a DIT required.

Living and Deceased Solid Organ Transplantation, Transfusion Support, Related and Unrelated HSC/BM Transplantation, and Histocompatibility testing for Other Clinical Purposes. Incumbent will be required to apply for ACHI credentialing in a minimum of 2 of the primary transplant support areas within 2 years preferred.

Skills/Abilities

Must possess the skills and abilities to successfully perform all assigned duties and responsibilities. 

Must be able to maintain confidentiality. 

Possess and maintain applicable state licenses.

Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development. 

VITALANT OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE  

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 


• HSA, FSA and 401K retirement savings plans 

• Paid Time Off 


• Commuter benefits 


• Employee assistance program 

COVID-19 POLICY 

As an essential operation to the nation’s healthcare infrastructure and a science-based organization, Vitalant believes that being vaccinated helps provide protection and care for our employees, our donors, their families, and the broader community.   

Vitalant requires employee’s to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. Individuals applying for this position should be prepared to comply with Vitalant’s Covid-19 vaccination policy unless an approved exemption exists prior to the start of employment. Compliance with Vitalant’s COVID-19 policy will require individuals to complete one of the following: 

• Receive the first shot of a two-dose vaccination series to start employment, and the second shot of the series within 8 weeks of the first 


• Receive the first and final shot of a single-dose vaccination prior to the start of employment 

 

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