UF Health · 20 hours ago
Stem Cell Specialist | Stem Cell Lab | Variable | Full-time
Gainesville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelUF Health is a consistently ranked top hospital committed to excellence in healthcare and values the impact of its clinical laboratory staff on patient outcomes. The Stem Cell Specialist will support the Clinical Bone Marrow Transplant Program through technical proficiency and collaboration with physicians and researchers.
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Responsibilities
Supports the Clinical Bone Marrow Transplant Program through demonstration of a superior level of technical proficiency, critical thinking, and problem solving in such areas as processing and cryopreservation of hematopoietic progenitor stem cells, interpretation of red blood cell group antigens, complex antibody identifications and compatibility
Assist in procurement of hematopoietic progenitor cells (bone marrow, apheresis)
Verify appropriate donor Human Leukocyte Antigen (LHA) results
Interacts with physicians regarding cell doses for transplants
Participate in quality assurance and accreditation initiatives
Collaborate with researchers developing new procedures
Provides technical support to achieve the organization's mission of excellent patient care and nursing's vision of setting a new standard of excellence in autonomous and accountable nursing practice committed to patient advocacy and innovative patient care in a climate of trust and collaboration
Qualification
Required
Current Florida Medical Technologist license or ASCP Certification as a Technologist in at least one of the following: Hematology, Immunohematology, Serology
Proficiency in using sterile technique required
Analytical skill required
Temporary or current license as a State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technician
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in biological science or related area preferred or comparable experience
Previous experience in Stem Cell Processing and cell culturing preferred
Computer operational skills using personal computer, laboratory system or other hospital system preferred
May be required to be available during 'off' hours for emergency call back
May be required to work weekends, holidays, and other shifts
Benefits
Accrued PTO and holidays
Annual salary reviews
Student loan repayment
PSLF-eligible employer
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive healthcare/retirement plans
Wellness programs
Company
UF Health
University of Florida Health is a world-class academic health center in Florida, encompassing hospitals, physician practices, colleges, centers, institutes, programs and services across northeast and north-central Florida.
Founded in 1958
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Robert Thornton
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Lydia Hendrix BSN,CRRN,MS
Chief Operating Officer
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