Research Technician I

Houston Methodist · Houston, TX · 2 wk ago

Information TechnologyFull-time

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

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
Ability to communicate effectively and escalate utilizing problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective time management skills
Experience with computer spreadsheets or databases
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Ability to utilize independent judgment

Essential Functions

People Essential Functions:

Demonstrates teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance to achieve optimal department results.
Collaborates with all members of the laboratory team by actively communicating, providing meaningful contributions and reporting pertinent information as it relates to assigned system(s) in a comprehensive manner.
Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement

Service Essential Functions:

Performs bench chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology or other scientific techniques according to protocol.
Accurately conducts microscope work and basic image analysis.

Quality/Safety Essential Functions:

Conducts the safe collection and handling of human/animal tissue, blood or other biological specimens which includes animal handling and may include basic animal husbandry.
Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations and contributes to meeting departmental and hospital targets for quality and safety.

Finance Essential Functions:

Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, reducing incidental overtime, and prioritizes daily tasks.
Collaborates with management to order appropriate laboratory supplies and equipment within the department.

Growth/Innovation Essential Functions:

Participates in department initiatives, projects and shared governance activities.
Trains in new techniques and procedures as they emerge, as appropriate.
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.

Supplemental Requirements

Work Attire: Uniform: No, Scrubs: Yes, Business professional: Yes, Other (department approved): No
On Call*: No
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No

About the Role

Research Technician I positions are available at Houston Methodist Research Institute. These roles involve performing bench chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology or other scientific techniques according to protocol, accurately conducting microscope work and basic image analysis, and conducting the safe collection and handling of human/animal tissue, blood or other biological specimens which includes animal handling and may include basic animal husbandry.

These positions require 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.

Employees in these roles must demonstrate the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

These positions also require effective communication with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

Employees in these roles must have the ability to communicate effectively and escalate utilizing problem-solving and decision-making skills.

These positions require effective time management skills, experience with computer spreadsheets or databases, knowledge of Microsoft Office products, and the ability to utilize independent judgment.

Employees in these roles must identify opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations and contribute to meeting departmental and hospital targets for quality and safety.

These positions require the use of resources efficiently; do not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, reducing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks.

Employees in these roles must collaborate with management to order appropriate laboratory supplies and equipment within the department.

These positions require participation in department initiatives, projects and shared governance activities. Employees in these roles must seek opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.

Employees in these roles must complete and update the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.

These positions require uniform: No, scrubs: Yes, business professional: Yes, other (department approved): No.

These positions may require on call: No, travel within the Houston metropolitan area: No, travel outside the Houston metropolitan area: No.

Employees in these roles must have a high school diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.).

Employees in these roles must have none of the following: criminal justice, security or related experience preferred, required security officer state license: Security Officer Non-Commissioned, required BLS certification.

Employees in these roles must have a graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.

Employees in these roles must have twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment.