HLA Technical Specialist

**$5,000 Sign on Bonus, with required relevant experience**

DMC University Laboratories, Inc. is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement 

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of  professionals. That's why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The  available plans and programs include:  
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)  
• Career development and continuing education opportunities  
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness  insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Summary Description

Under limited supervision, guides the daily activities of testing and result analysis and reporting to ensure efficient and uninterrupted operations. Serves as the technical expert and provides ongoing education and training to staff. Assist in research and specialized projects as appropriate. Supports the standards set forth in the DMCs Code of Conduct by creating an atmosphere of commitment to legal and ethical standards, and as directed, implementing external and internal audit recommendations. Monitors activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations JCAHO requirements, and DMC policies and procedures. 

1. Bachelors degree in Medical Technology, related science or clinical discipline, or Canadian degree in clinical discipline and completion of accredited Canadian Technologist program. 

2. Registry eligible or registered by ASCP, Canadian CSMLS, NCA or HLA ACHI. 

3. Previous training in all components of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics lab service, and a minimum of 3 years experience in HLA, including serologic, and low and high resolution molecular typing, and post-transplant monitoring. 

4. Flow cytometry experience preferred. 

5. CHT or CHS Certification by American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics preferred.  

Facility Description

DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional, integrated laboratory system providing services to the eight hospitals of Detroit Medical Center.  DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993 and is comprised of Core Laboratories,  Specialty Laboratories, two  rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab, Centralized Blood