Clinical Histology Technician - Frozen Section - Tuesday - Saturday

The hours of this position are Tuesday - Friday 10am - 7pm, Saturday 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

Prepares histology material for pathologist review.  
- Prepares histology material using established departmental procedures and demonstrating high quality   technical skills. 
- Produces histology materials at or above productivity standards.      
- Assists in training new laboratory personnel.

Specimen preparation/Laboratory informatics/Safety
- Assists with all aspects of specimen processing including identifying, sorting, and labeling of blocks and slides.
- Uses laboratory informatics system to document workflow, track and identify specimens.
- Performs all laboratory duties following established safety guidelines.

Quality Control, New Equipment/Solution Preparation
- Review patient material as part of section quality assurance and participates in laboratory quality control processes.
- Evaluates new equipment; procedures and techniques and participates in implementation.
- Prepares reagents and solutions. 
- Maintains and cleans laboratory and equipment.  

Other duties as assigned