Technical Coordinator - Mass Spectrometry

We are searching for a Technical Coordinator -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide effective guidance and operation of the Laboratory in compliance with Departmental and Institutional goals. To coordinate, technical procedures to ensure that high-quality laboratory services and testing are provided to patients in a timely and cost-effective manner. Think you’ve got what it takes? At Texas Children’s Hospital, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values—Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust—we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day. Responsibilities

Collaborates on the performance of routine and complex procedures. Recognizes and solves administrative/operational problems. In conjunction with the Manager and Medical directors, develops new methodologies and procedures; coordinates the performance of method evaluations to include technical performance ease of use/performance, quality control, and maintenance; collates evaluation data for review; makes a recommendation for implementation.

Oversees the quality control/quality assurance programs. Works with the Manager to develop and maintain a quality program for the labratory to include setting quality control performance policies, calibration/calibration verification review of quality assurance data, and equipment. Works with the Manager to resolve issues identified. Develops and implements corrective actions in response to QA failures.

Facilitates Computer Operations. Maintains integrity of the system, file maintenance, report, label, and collection list printing as related to assignments and requirements for section/shift. Resolves worksheet and printer problems in section.

Coordinates and supports Continuing Education Programs. Maintains personal expertise level in area(s) of responsibility. Coordinates and facilitates continuing education events for the staff.

Assist with AD and/or Manager with financial operations. Maintains supply inventory. Monitors supply expenses and usage of consumables to stay within budget. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required BB-ASCP, C-ASCP, CG-ASCP, CLSP-NCA, H-ASCP, HLT, M-ASCP, MB-ASCP, MLS-ASCP, MP-ASCP, MT-AMT, MT-ASCP, MT-STATE, SBB-ASCP, or SC-ASCP certification required 4 years experience in a laboratory setting, one (1) of which is in the area of specialization required

Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years. Texas Children’s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, the new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin and Central Texas families. We have also created Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children’s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after-hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation. To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities. Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.