Histotechnician (PM shift, Tues - Sat)

Personalis • Fremont, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the department supervisor, technical/clinical consultant, and laboratory director, the Histotechnician will be responsible for processing FFPE specimens for microscopic evaluation to support our molecular diagnostics test offerings. Available Shift: Tuesday - Saturday, 4:00pm - 12:30am

Requirements

• Associate's degree in chemical/physical/biological science or completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program
• Minimum of 3+ years experience working in a high-volume histology laboratory performing microtomy of various tissue types, H&E staining, and tissue embedding
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with excellent interpersonal skills
• Physical demands include stooping, turning, bending, squatting, kneeling, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a laboratory science curriculum preferred
• HT or HTL certification from ASCP preferred
• Experience working in IHC and digital imaging, tissue/tumor identification, and proficiency in reading pathology reports, a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform sectioning of tissue using a microtome and mounting on glass slides
• Perform routine staining of tissue sections with automated and/or manual staining techniques
• Perform automated and/or manual coverslipping of slides
• Generate digital slide images for pathologist examination
• Perform manual and automated macrodissection
• Operate and perform instrument maintenance
• Perform histology lab functions while following laboratory safety and quality policies
• Comply with standard laboratory operating policies and procedures
• Use of good documentation practices to record specimen data manually or in Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Help meet TAT goals while maintaining high-quality productivity
• Maintain clean and organized work areas within the laboratory
• Report problems to the department supervisor/manager to ensure timely resolution

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k) match
• ESPP
• tuition reimbursement
• sick/vacation time
• commuter benefits/ EV charging stations
• onsite gym
• wellness benefits
• annual performance-based bonus
• long-term incentive units (equity)
• shift differential pay bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree