Lab Assistant I

Natera • San Carlos, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The role of a Laboratory Assistant I has the ability to receive specimens with an ability to exercise independent judgement in the performance of assigned laboratory tasks. This role ensures all workflow stations within the laboratory are given specimens in a timely manner, with turnaround time in consideration. Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives. The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire
• Communicating in a team setting
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills; both written and oral
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Proficient with Google Suites and Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• Science - related degree preferred
• Less than 1 year industry related experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed/certified staff in preparing specimen (i.e. blood tubes, tissue) to be processed for testing
• Receive and deliver specimens to the appropriate workflows and/or labs
• Maintain organization of samples through physical and electronic sample storage and/or disposal.
• Accurately enter patient data into the Laboratory Inventory Management System (LIMS).
• Prepares samples for shipment
• Maintains organization of inventory, materials, and supplies within the lab
• Assists in cleaning lab equipment and benches
• Responsible for maintaining an updated understanding and knowledge of methods pertaining to the role
• Completes training and other deadlines on time.
• Recognizes and escalates issues to the lead/supervisor
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Projects (TAG, 5S)
• Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner
• Adheres to Departmental Expectations
• This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and has access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job
• Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Additional wellness and work-life benefits
• Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits.
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• Commuter benefits
• Generous employee referral program!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees