Bone Marrow Lab Technician: Precision Diagnostics

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Medical Technician I to support accessioning and processing of specimens in the Diagnostic Bone Marrow department. You will evaluate specimens, document handling requirements, and prepare slides and reagents to ensure accurate testing and patient care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and professionalism in a high-volume clinical laboratory, with duties including instrumentation support, quality control, and inventory

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a science field.
• 1 year in a clinical medical laboratory or similar setting; no experience required with preferred degree.

Responsibilities

• Accession, process, and properly identify specimens.
• Evaluate specimens and document special handling requirements.
• Prepare slides and reagents; ensure proper transport for testing.
• Operate instruments, perform quality control and calibration procedures.
• Maintain inventory and support uninterrupted workflow; assist training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accuracy

Teamwork

Customer service

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Quality control

Specimen processing systems

Job description

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Medical Technician I to support accessioning and processing of specimens in the Diagnostic Bone Marrow department. You will evaluate specimens, document handling requirements, and prepare slides and reagents to ensure accurate testing and patient care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and professionalism in a high-volume clinical laboratory, with duties including instrumentation support, quality control, and inventory