Medical Laboratory Scientist

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

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.
• Maintains competency in computer functions in assigned areas.
• Follows section's inventory control system to assure effective use of supplies and reagents.
• Completes, verifies and reports testing in 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.

• Actively participates in training students, employees and fellows.
• Participates in process improvement projects.
• Validates and evaluates new methodologies and tests with the help of Laboratory Supervisor and technical support.
• 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

Associate's degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology OR Bachelor's degree in a related science field OR successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program.

With Associate's degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology, two years of clinical laboratory experience. With Bachelor's degree in a related science field, one year of clinical laboratory experience. With completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program, no experience required.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

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: 176946
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• 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