Medical Technician I - Cytopathology

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual merit increase

Employer-funded pension contribution

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center's Cytopathology team seeks a Medical Technician 1 to prepare and process specimens supporting cancer diagnosis and treatment. You will maintain specimen integrity, assist with specialized procedures, and support daily staining and QC in a busy lab.

Hours are 8am - 5pm. Competitive benefits include merit increases, pension contributions, and generous PTO, with ongoing opportunities for professional growth in cytopathology.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's degree in basic science is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in a clinical medical laboratory or related setting, or equivalent with preferred degree.

Responsibilities

• Accession and process specimens according to established procedures.
• Perform cell block and density gradient preparations for lymphoma marker studies.
• Prepare reagents, set up the stain hood daily, and assist with equipment maintenance.
• Track specimens in Beaker LIS and document QC/QA measures.
• Troubleshoot and service laboratory equipment as needed.
• Complete all work assignments in a timely manner.

Skills

Accessioning

Specimen processing

Cell block preparation

Density gradient prep

QC & troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Basic Science

Tools

Beaker LIS

Stain hood setup

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Join MD Anderson's Cytopathology team as a Medical Technician 1 and play an important role in preparing and processing specimens that support accurate cancer diagnosis and treatment. You'll work within a specialized laboratory environment where specimen integrity, accurate identification, quality control, and attention to detail are essential to delivering reliable results for our patients.

What's in it for you? This role provides the opportunity to build and expand your technical expertise across a variety of cytopathology laboratory functions. You'll accession and process specimens, perform specialized procedures such as cell block and density gradient preparations for lymphoma marker studies, prepare reagents, and support daily staining and laboratory operations while developing proficiency with laboratory equipment and processes.

You'll also be an important part of maintaining a high-quality and efficient laboratory environment. From evaluating specimen integrity and performing quality control measures to troubleshooting equipment and tracking specimens through the Beaker LIS, you'll use your technical skills, organization, and problem-solving abilities to help ensure every specimen is handled accurately and efficiently.

At MD Anderson, you'll also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, an annual merit increase program, annual incentive opportunities, an employer-funded pension contribution, medical/dental/vision coverage, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're a detail-oriented laboratory professional who enjoys hands-on technical work and wants to develop your expertise in a specialized Cytopathology environment, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at MD Anderson.

The hours are 8am - 5pm

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Performs all job duties in accordance with established protocols

• Prioritizes and organizes workflow, adjusting to daily workflows to meet productivity goals of the section and performing other duties as required, including transport of case material from various lab locations.
• Remains knowledgeable of specimen processes and pre-analytical procedures enabling efficient trouble shooting and problem solving
• Assists with monitoring and documenting in the inventory control system while assuring effective use of supplies

Generates appropriate QC data per guidelines

• Evaluates specimen integrity and notifies appropriate personnel of unacceptable specimens in accordance with departmental procedures
• Performs and ensures documentation of all required quality control/quality assurance measures according to established policies and procedures, including instrument controls
• Cleans and disinfects glassware, laboratory equipment and accessories as needed;

troubleshoots and services equipment according to specific protocols

Complete all work assignments in a timely manner.

• Accessions and processes specimens according to established procedures, assuring proper identification of specimens at all times
• Performs technical procedures such as cell block preparations and density gradient preparations for lymphoma marker studies
• Prepares reagents following precise instructions, sets up the stain hood daily, and assists with equipment maintenance.
• Performs specimen tracking in Beaker LIS.

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Basic science.

Work Experience

Required: 3 years In a clinical medical laboratory or similar setting or with preferred degree, no experience required.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) 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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 182946
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 47,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No