HLA Laboratory Scientist/UKHC

Job title: HLA Laboratory Scientist/UKHC in Lexington, KY at University of Kentucky Company: University of Kentucky Job description: Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time and will have extensive periods of viewing data on PC monitor(s). There will also be periods of lifting objects up to 25 lbs. ShiftThis lab operates 24 hours, 5 days a week. 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift may be available, rotating weekend on-call will be required. Job SummaryThe HLA Laboratory Scientist/UKHC will be responsible for performing laboratory testing in a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of the Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Children's Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center.This position is responsible for the analysis and reporting of results of high complexity laboratory tests performed in the Immuno-Molecular Pathology Laboratory. This laboratory section provides laboratory service for hematology/oncology divisions of medicine, as well the University of Kentucky Transplant Center. The section also provides referral service for other institutions. This CAP and ASHI-Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcases the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology. You will need to provide an academic transcript to be hired on this position. Please attach your transcript to this application before submitting. The Laboratory Services department has a variety of specialties and areas. For more information about any of our job openings, contact Jeff Bush, Enterprise Director at .IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. To be considered for this position you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. All job titles and dates must correspond with those appearing on your resume. Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesExperience in handling patient specimens and performing complex testing and analysis. Possesses ability to organize/prioritize work assignments and work independently. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/ExperienceThree or more years of experience in a clinical laboratory preferred. Knowledge of hematology, immunology, and/or blood banking, including processing and/or cryopreservation concepts and practices preferred. Certification in Histocompatibility. Expected salary: $23.25 - 39.1 per hour Location: Lexington, KY Apply for the job now! Apply for this job