Research Tech III - CAGT

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Location: Houston Methodist Academic Institute
6670 Bertner Ave, Houston TX, 77030

Job Ref:: JR-15059
Job Shift:: Day
Job Type:: Full Time

At Houston Methodist, the Research Technician III position is responsible for the performance and evaluation of laboratory determination on clinical research specimens. This position manages and implements all aspects of laboratory service which include: quality control, order and supply and most importantly, platelet function assays, primarily aggregometry. The Research Technician III position compiles, manages and analyzes lab research data, and assista trainees when needed

FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Associates degree or two additional years of relative laboratory experience (in addition to the minimum experience requirements listed below) required in lieu of degree

EXPERIENCE

Three years of laboratory experience

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective action
Strong training, leadership, and mentoring skills
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic, and able to prioritize multiple projects
Ability to complete work within designated time frames
Ability to offer suggestions and implement change to enhance efficiency and organization of office operations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results.
Participates in planning meetings with Research Nurses.
Role models excellent, clear and professional communication skills to achieve mutual understanding and problem resolution. Demonstrates a positive work environment and contributes to a team-focused work environment that actively helps one another achieve department goals. Collaborates with all members of the research team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent information as it relates to assigned system(s) in a comprehensive manner.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs aggregometry and sample processing with quality control, logging, monitoring and cataloging data.
Coordinates storing, packaging, shipping and tracking study samples to core labs across North America.
Assumes call for Cardiology Research as necessary.
Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives and standards of practice.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains logs of shipments including air bills, telephone logs, core lab correspondence analyzing, reviewing and summarizing research protocols.
Takes inventory and maintains lab supply and equipment, ensuring equipment certification and annual maintenance agreements, as well as locating and obtaining urgently needed items and equipment.
Maintains OSHA’s standards and regulations, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) laboratory safety and biohazard precautions.
Cleans and decontaminates work area and instruments at least once per shift.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritizes daily tasks, providing leadership to team members on effective and efficient utilization of time.
Assists department management in product evaluations and utilization of existing products.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis.
Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform: No
Scrubs: Yes
Business professional: Yes
Other (department approved): No

ON-CALL*

*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* No

TRAVEL**

**Travel specifications may vary by department**

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Associates degree or two additional years of relative laboratory experience (in addition to the minimum experience requirements listed below) required in lieu of degree

EXPERIENCE

Three years of laboratory experience

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care. Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs. Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports clinical research protocols and extramurally funded translational research programs.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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