Tissue Technician I

Veracyte•San Diego, CA

3d•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. 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. This is an onsite role based out of San Diego with a schedule of Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00AM-5:30PM.

Requirements

High school diploma required
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

Nice To Haves

a four-year degree in life sciences preferred

Responsibilities

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