Medical Laboratory Scientist

1 month ago


Houston, Texas, United States MD Anderson Cancer Center Full time

This is a part-time position with the hours of Monday - Thursday 4:30pm-8:30pm

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Performs all laboratory testing specific to the assigned section. - Remains knowledgeable and competent for all policies, procedures and protocols.

  • Ensures and verifies quality control data is appropriate for the complexity of the reported tests.
  • Troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment.
  • Validates and evaluates new methodologies and tests. sets up connectivity with the help of technical support.
  • Follows section's inventory control system to assure effective use of supplies and reagents.
  • Demonstrates ability to perform all duties of the technical supervisor(or designee) as described in LMPROC 4160 Personnel POCT Laboratory Policy Standards.
  • Completes, verifies and reports testing in a timely manner
  • Complies with safety guidelines and procedures and adheres to regulatory mandates.
  • Remains responsible and accountable for all actions.

Enhances productivity and laboratory lab functions by demonstrating dependability.

  • Adjusts, prioritizes, and organizes work to achieve maximum productivity to meet the workload demands of the section.
  • Assists peers and supervisors with tasks after completion of assigned work.
  • Adheres to attendance policy, begins work as scheduled.
  • Works independently, utilizes resources available to maximize efficiency.

Assists in the development of laboratory personnel and tests, to enhance laboratory functions.

  • Accurately trains and competency checks nurses, OR staff, physicians, respiratory techs and other staff requiring the need to perform Point of Care Testing.
  • Participates in process improvement projects.
  • Validates database for new software or new tests implemented in the laboratory.
  • Coaches and mentors students and employees.

Customer Service

-Manages all customer service interactions with diplomacy, actively facilitating resolutions to problems and addressing the needs of clients both internal and external.

Computer Skills

  • Maintains proficiency on computer functions in the lab processes.
  • Properly acquires specimen data into computer system(s).
  • Analyzes and evaluates patient results correctly and appropriately.
  • Stores patient information and results to allow easy future access as required.

Other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in a related science field -OR- Bachelor's degree in Molecular Genetic Technology -OR - completion of an accredited Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science program. With Bachelor's degree in a related science field, one year of clinical laboratory experience. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

  • Requisition ID:
  • Employment Status: Part-Time Benefits Eligible
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Evenings
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 65,000
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 81,000
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 97,000
  • FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Hard
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
  • Science Jobs: No


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