Vitalant·Phoenix, Arizona
Perform routine high-quality laboratory testing on biological specimens to support organ, tissue, and stem cell transplantation. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards including CLIA, CAP, and FDA.
At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.
Work Shift (if applicable): Shift 2 (United States of America)
Shift Differential: 9% 2nd shift
Shape the Future of Transplant Medicine
At Vitalant, your work has a direct impact on saving and improving lives. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, we support hospitals, patients, and transplant programs through specialized laboratory testing and services.
As a Clinical Laboratory Technician in our HLA Laboratory, you'll perform high-quality laboratory testing on biological specimens that supports organ, tissue, and stem cell transplantation. Working alongside a team of dedicated laboratory professionals, you'll help ensure accurate, timely test results while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
If you're passionate about science, precision, and making a meaningful difference in patient care, we'd love to have you join our team.
What you'll do
Perform routine testing of biological specimens in the HLA laboratory following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Prepare and prequalify laboratory reagents used in testing procedures.
Perform donor and patient testing while ensuring accurate and timely results.
Prepare blood products and components, including irradiation and pooling procedures, as applicable.
Participate in blood product inventory management and product issuing activities.
Maintain complete, accurate laboratory records while protecting donor, patient, and employee confidentiality.
Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and quality control of laboratory equipment.
Identify equipment malfunctions and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.
Monitor laboratory inventory levels and communicate supply needs.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment.
Participate in continuous quality improvement and process improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with laboratory team members to support operational excellence and exceptional customer service.
Perform all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements, including CLIA, CAP, FDA, AABB, state regulations, and accreditation standards.
Support Vitalant's culture of teamwork, inclusion, innovation, and continuous learning.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related scientific discipline required.
Must meet CLIA requirements for high-complexity testing.
Experience
No prior professional laboratory experience required.
Coursework or internship in clinical laboratory science or immunology is preferred.
Experience working in a clinical, molecular diagnostics, immunology, transplant, or histocompatibility laboratory is a plus.
Knowledge, skills & abilities
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Ability to perform laboratory procedures accurately and consistently.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Working knowledge of laboratory quality systems and regulatory requirements.
Strong computer skills and experience with laboratory information systems.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
Physical requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Frequent reaching, bending, and repetitive hand movements.
Ability to lift laboratory supplies and equipment as needed.
Ability to safely perform work in a laboratory environment.
At Vitalant, every role contributes to our lifesaving mission. As part of our HLA Laboratory team, you'll work with advanced laboratory technologies while supporting transplant physicians, healthcare providers, and patients across the country.
Vitalant's HLA Laboratory provides specialized histocompatibility and immunogenetics testing that supports organ transplantation, stem cell transplantation, platelet transfusion therapy, disease association studies, and clinical research. Our laboratory professionals play a critical role in delivering accurate, high-quality results that help improve patient outcomes.
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Location: 124 W Thomas Road Suite 210 Phoenix, AZ 85013
careers@vitalant.org [careers@vitalant.org]
If you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline and must meet CLIA requirements for high-complexity testing. No prior professional experience is required, though coursework or internships in immunology or clinical laboratory science are preferred.
Market context
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