23 Jan
Medical Technologist - West Houston - Days
Texas, Westhouston 00000 Westhouston USA

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SUMMARYThe primary purpose of the Medical Technologist position is to perform independently the analyticalmethodology employed in one or more sections (Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Cytogenetics, TransfusionMedicine, Immunology, Bone Marrow, Cytopathology, HLA, and Molecular Diagnostic) in the clinicallaboratories.KEY FUNCTIONS

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.

Manages all customer service interactions with diplomacy, actively facilitating resolutions to problems and addressing the needs of clients both internal and external.

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.

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.

Bachelor's degree -OR- Bachelor's degree in Molecular Genetic Technology -OR - completion of an accredited Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science program. With Bachelor's degree, one year clinical lab experience. 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.htmlAdditional Information

Requisition ID: 133338

Employment Status: Full-Time

Employee Status: Regular

FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

Work Week: Days

Fund Type: Hard

Pivotal Position: Yes

Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 48,000

Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 64,500

Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 81,000

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