**Job Description** Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a **Specialty Laboratory Technologist (Histocompatibility)** to join our cutting-edge **Histocompatibility and Immunology Laboratory (HLA Lab)** . **This role is crucial in supporting Solid Organ and Bone Marrow Transplant Programs by performing serological and molecular HLA testing to ensure optimal donor-recipient matching.** The ideal candidate is a highly skilled laboratory professional with a strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to regulatory compliance. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory that directly impacts patient outcomes. To assure that the Employee is technically competent, possesses required education and experience as well as other behavioral skills and performs their responsibilities accordingly. To demonstrate that the employees performance is evaluated and appropriate training- in service is provided. To assure that the employee is cognizant of the philosophy, standards, objectives and policies of the Department and the Hospital Center. **Qualifications** + Bachelor?s degree (B.S.) in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, or a related field, meeting NYS Department of Health (DOH) technologist standards. + 0?1 year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting, preferably in Histocompatibility, Immunology, or Transplantation Laboratory. + New graduates with strong laboratory skills are encouraged to apply. + New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist License (issued by DOH/Office of Professions) or Restricted Technologist License in Histocompatibility required + Preferred:o ASCP certification (American Society for Clinical Pathology).o ASHI Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) or Certified Histocompatibility Specialist (CHS). Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSHS-LT&T SEIU 1199 for MSHS for Lab Techs and Technologists with systemwide unified rates, 162 - Immunogenetics - MSH, Mount Sinai Hospital **Responsibilities** 1. Perform serological and molecular HLA testing to support solid organ and bone marrow transplantation. 2. Conduct tests such as HLA typing (based NGS/RT-PCR), crossmatching, antibody screening, and flow cytometry-based assays. 3. Analyze, interpret, and report test results with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency. 4. Perform and document quality control (QC) procedures, calibrations, and equipment maintenance to ensure reliable results. 5. Ensure strict adherence to regulatory agency requirements (ASHI, CAP, NYS, NMDP, UNOS, etc.). 6. Maintain detailed documentation of patient requisitions, testing records, laboratory logs, and compliance reports. 7. Identify and troubleshoot instrumentation or test discrepancies, escalating unresolved issues to the supervisor. 8. Work closely with transplant coordinators, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate timely and accurate test reporting. 9. Notify the supervisor or clinician of any critical, out-of-range, or conflicting test results. 10. Engage in team discussions and problem-solving initiatives to enhance laboratory workflows. 11. Monitor and maintain laboratory supplies, including QC materials, reagents, calibrators, and consumables. 12. Ensure proper storage of temperature-sensitive materials, routinely checking laboratory freezers, refrigerators, incubators, water baths, and heat blocks. 13. Adhere to safety protocols for handling biohazardous samples and chemicals. 14. Participate in test validation, laboratory research, and development of new testing methodologies. 15. Stay current with advancements in histocompatibility testing through continuing education and professional development. 16. Contribute to quality improvement projects that enhance lab performance and efficiency. 17. Assist in the training and mentorship of new technologists and laboratory personnel. 18. Attend at least four continuing education sessions per year to stay updated on the latest practices in histocompatibility and immunology. 19. Engage in proficiency testing programs to ensure competency and skill enhancement. 20. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for test interpretation and troubleshooting. 21. Excellent oral and written communication skills for daily interaction with physicians, nurses, and transplant coordinators. 22. Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory environment. 23. Proficiency in basic computer skills, laboratory information systems (LIS), instrument software, and DonorNet. 24. Strong attention to detail and accuracy to ensure high-quality patient testing. 25. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, especially dilutions and reagent preparations. 26. Commitment to team collaboration and continuous improvement. **Organizational/Managerial** 1. Participates in the department's performance improvement activities. 2. Maintains patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information. 3. Observes the Health Care Systems compliance policies. 4. Participates in Competency and Proficiency testing programs, reports results back to Supervisor. 5. Observes all Safety procedures and precautions: a) Uses Personal Protective Equipment such as Lab Coats, gloves, mask, shield etc., b) Disposes off contaminated waste and samples as specified by the hospital and laboratory manual. 6. Wears hospital ID badge at all times while on premises. **Work Environment & Physical Requirements** 1. Moderate physical activity including standing, bending, lifting (up to 15 lbs.), and typing. 2. Exposure to infectious and hazardous materials, including blood, tissues, and chemicals. 3. Ability to handle human tissue samples (e.g., spleen, lymph nodes, blood). 4. Must comply with biohazard safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. 5. Availability to work on-call hours and flexible shifts as needed by the department. 6. Compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and laboratory best practices. **About Us** **Strength through Unity and Inclusion** The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history. **About the Mount Sinai Health System:** Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally. **Equal Opportunity Employer** The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. **Compensation Statement** Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $54.6909 - $67.0585 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.