Laboratory Processing Technician

It’s More Than a Career, It’s a Mission. Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients worldwide.

Responsibilities Perform high-level medical laboratory processing procedures for specimens received on patients enrolled in clinical trials.

Initiate improvements, tools, processes and forms to enhance the efficiency and quality of work in the lab.

Assist with the training of new Lab Technicians.

Process and ship bone marrow samples according to lab instructions provided by the study sponsor.

Process and ship pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic and all other samples according to instructions provided by the study sponsor.

Be the primary processor and trainer for high-level processing procedures requested by study sponsors.

Attend the lab portion of the site initiation visit (SIV) when possible.

Prepare study supplies/source documents necessary for obtaining lab samples prior to patient treatment.

Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) for source documentation.

Maintain accurate freezer sample logs.

Maintain accurate records of sample acquisition and shipping; ensure all PK samples have source documents available in patient charts and that all shipping and processing records are kept in the patient’s study folder.

Schedule appropriate couriers for sample shipments and ensure an adequate supply of dry ice is available.

Respond to queries generated from study sponsor or contract lab regarding patient/sample data.

Interface with Research Nurses to ensure that all research patients have correct lab kits prior to visits and that all necessary specimens are collected per lab manual.

Qualifications Vocational training or certification in laboratory science and/or phlebotomy.

Current BLS certification.

Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids.

Skill in venipuncture and blood processing.

At least one year of clinical laboratory and phlebotomy or equivalent experience.

Benefits We offer a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well‑being. Compensation is competitive and based on performance, experience, skills, and market evaluation, and may include annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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