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Laboratory Technician - Histology (IHC) 8am-5pm
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Provides assistance to laboratory staff and pathologists.
- Provide direct assistance to laboratory staff and pathologists in their preparation of diagnostic and/or research material.
- Assist clinical histology technicians with procurement and processing of specimens and preparation of slides.
Organizing and tracking patient material
- Utilize laboratory informatics system to access patient information and to organize, label and track patient materials relevant to the histology laboratories.
- Locate and deliver sides/blocks and corresponding information to pathologist, fellows and other departmental/divisional employees as needed.
Equipment maintenance, preparing solutions and Inventory
- Prepares solutions and maintains laboratory equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness of laboratories according to safety and regulatory guidelines.
- Receive, unpack, store and date chemicals and supplies.
- Performs all duties following established safety guidelines
Other duties as assigned
High school graduation or equivalent. One year of experience in a clinical medical laboratory or similar setting. With preferred degree, no experience required. 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
