Essential Job Functions

· Contribute to the overall mission and strategic goals of the organization by supporting quality, innovation, and efficiency in Flow Cytometry operations.

· Lead the research, design, and validation of new assays and workflows; recommend testing platforms and protocols to expand or optimize in-house capabilities.

· Write, review, and maintain technical procedures in alignment with current regulatory standards and evolving industry practices.

· Assist with instrument configuration, software implementation, and LIS build to support efficient and accurate data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.

· Develop and deliver training programs and competency assessments to ensure staff proficiency in technical methods and instrumentation.

· Collaborate with department leadership to monitor and improve quality control, quality assurance, and regulatory readiness across testing sites.

· Troubleshoot complex technical issues involving assays, reagents, or instrumentation and provide expert-level support to technologists.

· Participate in cross-site standardization efforts, process improvement initiatives (LEAN, Six Sigma), and system-wide projects to streamline operations.

· Serve as a consultant and technical liaison to pathologists, clinicians, and other departments regarding flow cytometry applications and results.

· Contribute to financial evaluations of testing processes, instrumentation, and reagents; identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency.

· Support reagent and inventory management, including documentation, production of antibody cocktails, and quality oversight of consumables and instrumentation.

· Maintain a high level of professionalism and accountability in all interactions and responsibilities, ensuring a culture of safety, service, and excellence

· Other duties as assigned.

Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications/Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science or higher from an accredited MT, MLT or clinical laboratory science program.

· 2 years’ of flow cytometry experience including but not limited to quality control, maintenance, and operation of flow cytometry equipment.

· Strong background in instrument setup, compensation, acquisition template optimization, and data analysis.

· Proficient in troubleshooting technical issues related to instrumentation and assay performance.

· Experience with QC, QA, and preventative maintenance of flow cytometry instrumentation.

· Skilled in writing technical procedures and workflow documentation.

· Ability to train and mentor staff effectively in a collaborative team environment.

· Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts clearly.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems.

· Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.

· Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

· 4 years experience of hands on ≥5-color leukemia/lymphoma panels immunophenotyping assay development.

· ASCP SCYM certification

· Experience with Beckman Coulter Navios platform.

· Familiarity with Kaluza or similar flow cytometry analysis software

· Previous hematology experience including morphology review

· Advanced degree or additional certifications relevant to the field Experience in Healthcare setting.

License, Certification & Clearances (please add any additional requirements)

· Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

· Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).

· Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat x Extreme Cold x Heights x Confined Spaces x Extreme Noise(>85dB) x Mechanical Hazards x Use of Vibrating Tools x Operates Vehicle (Company) x Operates Heavy Equipment x Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices x Rotates All Shifts x 8 Hours Shifts x x 10-12 Hours Shifts x On-Call x Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) x x Travel Between Sites x Direct Patient Care x Respirator Protective Equipment x Eye Protection x x Head Protection (hard hat) x Hearing Protection x Hand Protection x x Feet, Toe Protection x Body Protection x x Latex Exposure x x Solvent Exposure x x Paint (direct use) Exposure x Dust (sanding) Exposure x Ethylene Oxide Exposure x Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure x Blood/Body Fluid Exposure x x Chemicals (direct use) Exposure x x Mist Exposure x Wax Stripper (direct use) x Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Laser Exposure x x

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) x x Sitting x x Walking x x Climbing Stairs x x Climbing Ladders x Standing x x Kneeling x x Squatting (Crouching) x x Twisting/Turning x x Keyboard/Computer Operation x x Gross Grasp x x Fine Finger Manipulation x x Hand/Arm Coordination x x Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) x Carry x x Transfer/Push/Pull Patients x Seeing Near w/Acuity x x Feeling (Sensation) x x Color Vision x x Hearing Clearly x x Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead x Reaching Above Shoulder Level x x Reaching Forward x x Lifting Floor to Knuckle ### 20# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle ### 20# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder ### 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead ### 20#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.