Specimen Processing Tech I — Accurate Lab Support

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 1 for the Specimen Processing department. The role focuses on accessioning and preparing specimens for clinical testing, maintaining accurate documentation, and coordinating workflow to support timely patient care in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

You will operate instruments, perform standard QC and calibration, manage supplies, and assist in training staff while ensuring safety and compliance in a structured

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Basic Science.

Responsibilities

• Accession and evaluate cases or specimens.
• Document special handling requirements and cancellations as needed.
• Prepare complex slide and specimen setups for clinical testing.
• Prepare reagents and sterile supplies for processing.
• Cut and grind tissue specimens as required.
• Aliquot specimens into transport containers and maintain storage conditions.
• Generate manifests and ensure orders and specimens are accounted for.

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree Basic Science

Job description

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Medical Technician 1 for the Specimen Processing department. The role focuses on accessioning and preparing specimens for clinical testing, maintaining accurate documentation, and coordinating workflow to support timely patient care in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

You will operate instruments, perform standard QC and calibration, manage supplies, and assist in training staff while ensuring safety and compliance in a structured