Clinical Lab Scientist 1, 3rd Shift, Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Transplantation Immunology

Clinical Lab Scientist 1, 3rd Shift, Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Transplantation Immunology

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 3rd shift after training (Wednesday through Saturday, 10-hour shifts, 7:00 pm - 5:30 am.)

Essential Functions:

• Perform testing, interpret and record results.
• Perform quality control and proficiency testing.
• Comply with cGMP requirements 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).

Physical Requirements/Work Environment: Sitting - Continuously; Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often; Hearing, listening - Often; Talking - Often; Standing - Often; Walking - Often; Bending - Often; Reaching overhead - Often; Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often; Stooping - Seldom; Climbing stairs/ladders - Seldom; Kneeling, squatting - Seldom; Crouching - Seldom; Pulling, pushing - Seldom; Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom; Lifting - over 50 pounds - Seldom.

Compensation and Benefits: UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

• SIGN ON BONUS: $5,000
• STARTING PAY RANGE: $27-29 hourly
• SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: $4 hourly
• Comprehensive Tuition Remission
• Robust Retirement Plans
• Real Work-Life Balance
• Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience; Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription); Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs; Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page. UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.