Hybrid Histocompatability Technologist - at Methodist Health System

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Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Histocompatibility Technologist to join its TEAM.

The Histocompatibility Technologist performs laboratory analyses of laboratory specimens as requested while distributing test requests to requesting patient care unit, facility or physician while supporting the mission, vision and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.

The Transplant Immunology and Immunogenetics Laboratory at Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas, Texas is a CAP accredited laboratory serving a 500-bed teaching hospital with very active Kidney. Kidney/Pancreas and liver transplant programs.  Additionally, our laboratory has an active Flow Cytometry program performing leukemia and lymphoma immunophenotyping and immune monitoring for the Methodist Health System

Your Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate natural science classes
• Registered or registry eligible MT(ASCP), CHT(ASHI), CHS(ASHI) or equivalent
• New graduate or certified MT work experience
• Must be able to distinguish color.

Related Work Experience and Other Skills:
New graduate or certified MT work experience
High level of energy and motivation
Must be able to assume a lead role in the absence of onsite supervisory personnel
Your Job Responsibilities:

• The position includes testing in the following areas:◦HLA typing by SSOP molecular methodologies
• HLA antibody screening and analysis via Luminex technologies
• Flow Cytometric cross matching and post- transplant immune monitoring
• Leukemia and Lymphoma immunophenotyping. 
• TB testing via Quantiferon Gold assay
• Other testing includes urine and serum protein electrophoresis and immunofixation, Elisa testing for heparin induced thrombocytopenia.
• Communicate Clearly Openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take Initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

 
 

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs