Clinical Lab Scientist HLA Lab

Company: Stamford American International Hospital
Location: Stanford
Posted on: March 6, 2026

Job Description:

If youre ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) Stanford Blood Centers Histocompatibility Lab seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform highly complex human histocompatibility testing for organ transplantation in our HLA laboratory. This is a day shift, Mon-Fri position with rotating saturdays and on-call duties several times a month (on-call is rotated amongst all team members). This role requires your ability to think critically in a high complexity environment. An aptitude in this area, regardless of your laboratory background will make you a top candidate. Experience in HLA is a plus although not required and we offer excellent training. Highlights for this role include: *Performs HLA antibody identification and crossmatching, including deceased donor workups. *Test specimens, analyze, interpret, and report results. Investigate and report trends or shifts in quality control Perform troubleshooting of instrumentation and assay using procedure manuals and manufacturers documentation. *Function as an advanced technical resource for other CLS team members. *Perform complex assays and provide training and evaluations to technicians and other Clinical Laboratory Scientists. *Participate in lab projects. *Take a leading role in training more junior members of the team REQUIREMENTS: California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist (CHS) license required. Out of state candidates qualify if MLS (ASCP) or CHT/CHS (ACHI) certified. This is a Stanford Blood Center job. A Brief Overview Perform clinical testing and analysis, including highly complex manual assays of patient specimens, for patient care purposes. Using technical knowledge and a theoretical understanding of the basis of the tests, records and validates the accuracy and quality of results to ensure conformity to specifications. Understands and applies the correct control measures and protocols in cases of abnormal results, reporting any discrepancies to Supervisor or designee. Maintains supply inventory, performs, and documents routine preventative maintenance. Performs simple troubleshooting and reports instrument malfunctions to senior team member. Has an understanding and maintains current knowledge of specialty area(s) assigned in the laboratory. Work is performed independently under supervision of Supervisor, Director, or designee. Locations Stanford Blood Center What you will do Determine suitability of specimens based on established criteria for acceptance. Perform specimen processing, Check work of unlicensed lab technicians. Prepare laboratory reagents and perform quality control testing on them. Perform specialized manual and automated testing on clinical specimens, including environmental testing (e.g., wipe test), QC tests, and setups of robotic systems, if required. Use complex laboratory information system to record quality control and environmental test results. Perform daily maintenance, calibration, and function checks of instruments/equipment. Perform basic troubleshooting and initiate corrective action when needed. Ensure adequate levels of supplies and equipment. Maintain complete and accurate records of all work. Fully competent in and able to independently perform specialized manual and automated testing on clinical specimens. Produce an adequate amount of high- quality work in expected amount of time. Analyze data from high complexity testing and submit preliminary clinical reports for review. Recognize and resolve inconsistent results; follow up with repeated or additional testing. Generate documents and reports of testing results. Perform second check of test reports, as applicable. Review standard operating procedures and recommend changes for potential process improvements. Comply with governmental regulations and Stanford Health Care and Blood Center policies regarding health and safety. Observe and support good health and safety practices. Strictly observe privacy and security related policies, procedures and practices to preserve the integrity and confidentiality of medical and other sensitive information pertaining to donors, patients, research subjects, and employees. Act as a responsible information steward and treats information as sensitive and confidential in accordance with federal and state laws and with professional ethics, accreditation standards and legal requirements. Do not disclose protected health information inappropriately. May be required to enter areas where other individuals work with human blood; potential may exist for unanticipated exposure to bloodborne pathogens by splash or spill. Education Qualifications Bachelors Degree in medical technology or a life science Required Experience Qualifications 1 year to 2 years of hands-on testing experience in a clinical lab and a CA CLS license. Required Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of clinical sample testing in specific area(s) of expertise. Understanding of complex testing processes and underlying biology of the system. Ability to interpret and synthesize results from a wide variety of tests correctly and quickly. Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory information system/database and operation, or ability to learn system quickly. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, verbally and in writing, with people of widely diverse backgrounds. Ability to work effectively as part of collaborative group with diverse team members; contribute to a high-functioning team. Demonstrated potential for carrying out and managing lab development projects. NOTE: California issued license is required. • Histocompatibility Laboratory will accept Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) OR Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist (CHCS) • Technical Services Laboratory will accept Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) OR Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist (CIS) Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities ASCP - American Society for Clinical Pathologist preferred Licenses and Certifications Clinical Laboratory Scientist - CLS required Upon Hire or Clinical Laboratory Scientist Limited - CLS-LTD required Upon Hire Physical Demands and Work Conditions Physical Demands Frequent Sitting. Frequent Walking. Frequent Standing. Frequent Bending. Constant Hand Use. Frequent Repetitive Motion Hand Use. Frequent Grasping. Frequent Fine Manipulation. Frequent Pushing and Pulling. Constant Other. Computer use Occasional (please list each item under Comments). Hand writing Full color vision Lifting Constant lifting of 0 - 10 lbs. 0 to 5 in height Occasional lifting of 11 - 20 lbs. 0 to 5 in height Seldom lifting of 21 - 30 lbs. 0 to 2 in height Seldom lifting of 31 - 40 lbs. 0 to 2 in height lifting of 40 lbs. 0 to 0 in height Carrying Constant lifting of 0 - 10 lbs. 0 to 25 in height lifting of 11 - 20 lbs. 0 to 0 in height lifting of 21 - 30 lbs. 0 to 0 in height lifting of 31 - 40 lbs. 0 to 0 in height lifting of 40 lbs. 0 to 0 in height Working Environment Constant Working around equipment and machinery. Occasional Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement. Occasional Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment. Constant Working with biohazards such as blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, etc Work under extreme time constraints Occasional Other (please list each item under Comments):. Work with radiation or electromagnetic fields, lasers, and allergens/chemicals May be "on call" or work occasional extended hours Blood Borne Pathogens Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective: Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $55.85 - $74.00 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

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