MD Anderson Cancer Center · 4 hours ago
Laboratory Technician - Cytopathology - Days
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$38K/yr - $57K/yr
1+ years expMD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution in cancer treatment and research. As a Laboratory Technician in Cytopathology, you will support the Main Processing Lab by performing essential pre-analytical and technical functions to ensure accurate processing of cytology specimens. This role involves preparing reagents, maintaining equipment, and adhering to quality and safety standards in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
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Responsibilities
Supports the Main Processing Lab in accordance with established policies and procedures
Prepares reagents following precise instructions, sets up stain hood appropriately, and assists with the maintenance of equipment while adhering to all safety and regulatory guidelines
Correctly receives, accessions, stains, and assures proper identification of specimens
Assists with transporting case and specimen materials between labs and offices (3 occurrences daily from the main Cytology lab to other onsite labs and offices. This requires walking with a hand-held mobile cart)
Generates appropriate QC data per guidelines
Cleans and disinfects glassware, laboratory equipment and accessories as needed
Evaluates specimen integrity and notifies appropriate personnel of unacceptable specimens in accordance with departmental procedures
Performs and documents all required quality control/quality assurance while maintaining neat, accurate and complete records according to established policies and procedures
Completes all work assignments in a timely manner
Prioritizes and organizes workflow, adjusting to meet productivity goals of the section; responds to requests in a timely manner, communicating expectations for procedures, service arrival, or project deliverables to patients and coworkers
Assists with monitoring and documenting of the sections inventory control system while assuring effective use of supplies
Remains knowledgeable of processes and pre-analytical procedures enabling efficient trouble shooting and problem solving
Performs all tasks in a positive manner to result in appropriate positive customer service
Complies with institutional policies and procedures
Demonstrates cooperation when working with both internal and external customers; demonstrates calmness under varying environmental circumstances; remains willing and capable of assisting with crisis situations
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
1 year In a clinical medical laboratory or similar setting. No experience required with preferred degree
Preferred
Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree
bachelors degree or at least 1 year of laboratory experience
Benefits
Paid medical benefits
Generous paid time off
Retirement plans
Medical
Dental
Tuition benefits
Educational opportunities
Individual and team recognition
Company
MD Anderson Cancer Center
MD Anderson Cancer Center is a cancer treatment and research institution which gives treatment, and research of all types of cancer.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$16.2MKey Investors
Break Through CancerGastro-Intestinal Research Foundation
2023-05-16Grant· $2.7M
2023-01-24Grant· $3.5M
2022-04-19Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
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David Tweardy
Professor
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