Tissue Technician I

Veracyte • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a purpose driven environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way – it’s about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions. Our Values: We Seek A Better Way : We innovate boldly, learn from our setbacks, and are resilient in our pursuit to transform cancer care We Make It Happen : We act with urgency, commit to quality, and bring fun to our hard work We Are Stronger Together : We collaborate openly, seek to understand, and celebrate our wins We Care Deeply : We embrace our differences, do the right thing, and encourage each other The Position: The Tissue Technician I primary responsibility is to assist histology with specimen processing in the clinical laboratory. This may include receiving specimens, ensuring accurate entry into the Laboratory Information System (LIS), and /or preparing samples for testing and analysis. Maintains flexibility regarding work schedule including section assignment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. The Tissue Technician I is responsible for specimen reconciling, sample return, and ensuring quality throughout the pre-analytical processes; other duties as assigned Multi-tasking efficiently, maintaining flexibility, and working as a team player will be critical while processing samples according to multiple workflows and maintaining established turnaround times Capable of identifying specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of test results and immediately notify the supervisor Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing and data entry Maintain supply inventory logs - materials and laboratory supplies Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service Participates in projects, research, and validation activities as assigned. Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations

Requirements

• High school diploma required; a four-year degree in life sciences preferred
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a laboratory setting desirable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with peers
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, data entry, and use of laboratory information systems
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records
• Ability to work with moderate supervision and exercise good judgment
• Exposure to general office and laboratory environment conditions
• Handling and disposing of hazardous non-hazardous laboratory materials
• Repetitive movement of fingers, hands, arms and legs
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for handling and processing specimens
• Sitting, walking, standing, bending, talking and hearing
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including gloves, lab coats, and safety glasses
• Occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds

Responsibilities

• The Tissue Technician I is responsible for specimen reconciling, sample return, and ensuring quality throughout the pre-analytical processes; other duties as assigned
• Multi-tasking efficiently, maintaining flexibility, and working as a team player will be critical while processing samples according to multiple workflows and maintaining established turnaround times
• Capable of identifying specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of test results and immediately notify the supervisor
• Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing and data entry
• Maintain supply inventory logs - materials and laboratory supplies
• Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service
• Participates in projects, research, and validation activities as assigned.
• Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems
• Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees