Clinical Director HLA (Tucson)
Tucson, Arizona Department Name: Work Shift:
Day Job Category:
Lab Find your home at Banner University Medical Center in Tucson with our Clinical Director for HLA. This position will provide scientific and clinical direction to the HLA clinical laboratory as part of the greater transplant team serving multiple locations statewide for the oldest, most established transplant hospitals in all of Arizona. Due to our partnership with University of Arizona, this role affords the opportunity to be involved in a variety of research studies and clinical trials as well as academic teaching. Recognized as Tucson's best hospital by U.S. News & World Report, our level 1 Trauma center at BUMCT has also been named one of the most socially responsible hospitals in the U.S. by the Lown Institute and has been acknowledged for successful patient care of historically underserved communities. University of Arizona is one of the nation's top research universities and our clinical laboratory recently underwent renovations to implement the latest, cutting-edge instrumentation to align with these initiatives. Our director opportunity will allow not only for cutting edge academic research and teaching, but also to have a direct impact on patient diagnostic care in one of the best hospitals in the nation, rewarded both clinically and socially for it's innovative and compassionate approach to healthcare. Tucson is regarded for its stargazing, local hiking, cycling, birding, old west film studios, cuisine (Tucson is a UNESCO city of gastronomy), proximity to Saguaro National Park, and of course, the University of Arizona and all the cultural and sporting enjoyment a large University provides! About BUMCT Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. In addition, this position may be eligible for our Management or Sales Incentive Programs as part of your Total Rewards package. POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for providing scientific and clinical direction to the HLA clinical laboratory and reports to a designated member of the SQL/LSA senior leadership team and a Medical Director. This position is responsible for oversight of all licensed and unlicensed personnel in the HLA department and serves as a mentor and assists in the development of HLA Director in Training (DIT) candidates per ACHI. Responsible for providing technical interpretation of results, providing consultations with physicians, overseeing research projects, implementing new assays/assay troubleshooting, quality assurance, and reviewing SOPs. Assumes Clinical Consultant responsibilities and participates on site and system-level committees as assigned/required. This position will hold a faculty appointment with the University of Arizona Department of Pathology. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science.
- Two (2) years appropriate specialty experience.
- Board certification by the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI) in the following areas of accreditation:
- Solid Organ Transplantation: Live Donor
- Solid Organ Transplantation: Deceased Donor
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Related Donor
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Unrelated Donor
- Additional related education and/or experience.
Recommended Jobs
Business Systems Analyst II
Overview: BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST II WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? Serve as the business expert for the development, maintenance, training, regulatory compliance and support of all processes related…
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Join Headway, a pioneering organization in mental health services dedicated to transforming the accessibility and delivery of mental health care. At Headway, we connect patients with top-tier mental h…
Pediatric Cardiologist - Heart Transplant and Advanced Heart Failure
Position Summary Phoenix Children’s - Division of Cardiology is actively seeking up to 3 full‑time faculty to join the Advanced Heart Failure & Cardiac Transplant Team at the level of Instructor, …
Hygiene Assistant
Overview Overview We are looking for an enthusiastic Hygiene assistant that loves building and maintaining positive relationships with patients who is flexible, and willing to collaborate with…
24-25 Part Time to Full Time Special Education Paraprofessional ($18-$25 Per Hour)
Picasso Education is seeking Special Education Paraprofessionals in Greater Phoenix Area. We are always looking for dedicated, professional, and self-motivated individuals. Especially those intereste…
Institutional & Specialty Sales Consultant, Cardiology- Phoenix West, AZ
At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing i…
Bartender
Job Details Episcope Hospitality is among the fastest growing and most exciting hospitality companies in America. Founded and overseen by restaurateur David Morton of the Morton's Steakhouse family,…
Physician
Contract Length: ongoing Shift Details: 24 hours on call(rounds in the morning) Schedule: 7 on/7 off Patients per day: 7-15 Patient population/age: 0-18 yrs, picu and pediatrics
Medical Assistant - QualDerm Partners - Desert Ridge, Arizona, United States
Description QualDerm Partners is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team in Desert Ridge, AZ. At QualDerm Partners, we’re committed to being the nation’s premier source for …
Locums Oncologist Needed at Arizona Medical Center
Overview A medical center in Arizona is looking to add a locums hematologist/oncologist to their staff to provide all aspects of oncologic clinical care. You can expect to work the 12-hour day shi…