Senior Lab Technician — Impactful Patient Diagnostics

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Oncology in Houston is seeking a Lab Assistant to join the Memorial City location. The role supports routine lab operations and patient specimen processing, under direct supervision, with responsibilities including specimen collection, documentation, and quality control.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. Levels 1, 2 or Sr match candidate experience, with progression based on tenure and skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Level 2 adds minimum three years laboratory experience.
• Level Sr adds minimum five years laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists.
• Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry, hematology, immunology specimens as directed.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing.
• Preps patients as necessary (e.g., taking vital signs)
• Assists with testing procedures according to procedure guidelines.
• Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house. Processes incoming orders for lab testing. Processes in-coming results for charting. Charts patient results in a timely manner.
• Update and file all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.
• Arrange for transfusion of blood products when ordered by physician. Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
• Uses equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently. Maintains equipment and work area as directed. Performs testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel.
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents.
• Identifies troubleshooting procedures and calls technical services as needed. Implements and complies with safety and quality assurance standards.
• Complies with regulatory agency standards. Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Properly disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the laboratory area as needed.
• Performs phlebotomy and sample collection procedures as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
• Responsible for performing CLIA Waived or Moderately complexity testing under close supervision.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Texas Oncology in Houston is seeking a Lab Assistant to join the Memorial City location. The role supports routine lab operations and patient specimen processing, under direct supervision, with responsibilities including specimen collection, documentation, and quality control.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. Levels 1, 2 or Sr match candidate experience, with progression based on tenure and skills.