Medical Laboratory Scientist - Bone Marrow - Mid-Shift

The Bone Marrow Laboratory at MD Anderson Cancer Center supports the diagnosis and monitoring of hematologic malignancies through specialized testing and detailed morphologic and staining techniques. Working closely with hematopathologists and clinical teams, the laboratory plays a critical role in evaluating bone marrow specimens to guide diagnosis, disease classification, and treatment planning for oncology patients.

As a Medical Laboratory Scientist in the Bone Marrow Laboratory, you will perform laboratory testing and technical procedures specific to the section while ensuring strict adherence to laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. You will receive specimens from clinic and other locations, accession and process cases appropriately, and assign pathologists to cases to ensure timely diagnostic workflow. Your responsibilities will include performing special stains and immunofluorescent staining procedures while maintaining competency in these techniques to support accurate specimen evaluation.

In this role, you will also support digital pathology workflows by scanning new cases into laboratory imaging systems and attaching files to patient records to ensure proper documentation and accessibility for diagnostic review. You may assist with pediatric bone marrow procedures and participate in the gross examination and handling of bone marrow specimens, contributing to efficient specimen processing and case preparation.

You will manage workflow effectively to meet section productivity demands, organizing and prioritizing tasks to support timely turnaround of diagnostic cases. Working independently while collaborating with laboratory colleagues, you will help maintain smooth daily operations and assist with process improvement initiatives designed to enhance laboratory efficiency and quality.

Maintaining proficiency with laboratory computer systems is essential, including accurate specimen data entry, evaluation and documentation of results, and secure storage of patient information for future access and compliance. You will also follow the section’s inventory control processes to ensure appropriate use of reagents and supplies while maintaining compliance with safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a highly specialized diagnostic laboratory that directly supports patient care within one of the world’s leading cancer centers.

MD Anderson offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including paid medical benefits, generous paid time off, retirement plans, and additional benefits, supporting professional growth, work-life balance, and long-term career development.

**The hours for this position are 11am - 7:30pm. The ideal candidate will have a bachelors degree in a science related field**

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Performs all laboratory testing specific to the assigned section.
- Remains knowledgeable and competent for all policies, procedures and protocols.
- Follows section’s inventory control system to assure effective use of supplies and reagents.
- Receives specimens from clinic and other locations, orders appropriate tests and assigned pathologists to the cases.
- Performs Special Stains and Immuno-fluorescent stains and remains competent.
- Does scanning of new cases into the scanner and attach files to patient records.
- Assists in Pediatric Bone marrow and grossing of bone marrow material.
- 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.
- Adheres to attendance policy, begins work as scheduled.
- Works independently, utilizes resources available to maximize efficiency.

Participate in laboratory functions 
- Participates in process improvement projects.

Computer Skills 
- Maintains proficiency in 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.

Other duties as assigned