Tissue Technician II at Veracyte

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

31.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Specimen Processing, Histology, Laboratory Information System, LIS, Microtomy, Embedding, Slide Preparation, Specimen Reconciling, Quality Assurance, Standard Operation Procedures, Data Entry, Inventory Management, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Microsoft Office

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

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 II primary responsibility is to assist histology with specimen processing and 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. The Tissue Technician II is knowledgeable with, and is a resource for others within the laboratory, the use of equipment, databases, and software applications. Maintains flexibility regarding work schedule including section assignment. This role will have a schedule of Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-6:30pm. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. The Tissue Technician II prepares microscopic slides for diagnostic purposes, including embedding, microtomy, and/or mounting of paraffin-embedded samples. Assists with training new personnel and with competency assessment Responsible for specimen reconciling, sample return, sample capture, 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 Assist in the training and implementation of departmental standard operation procedures 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 regulation Who You Are: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma required; a four-year degree in life sciences preferred Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a laboratory setting Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to solve problems and collaborate with peers The ability to navigate efficiently through, or have familiarity with, various laboratory information systems (LIS) and have proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint) Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise good judgment PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Exposure to general office and laboratory environment conditions Handling and disposing of hazardous non-hazardous 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 #LI-Onsite The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience, skillset, geographic location, industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units. Pay range $27—$31 USD What We Can Offer You Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions. We are thrilled to be recognized as a 2024 Certified™ Great Place to Work® in both the US and Israel - a testament to our dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring workplace where passion meets purpose. About Veracyte Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global diagnostics company whose vision is to transform cancer care for patients all over the world. We empower clinicians with the high-value insights they need to guide and assure patients at pivotal moments in the race to diagnose and treat cancer. Our Veracyte Diagnostics Platform delivers high-performing cancer tests that are fueled by broad genomic and clinical data, deep bioinformatic and AI capabilities, and a powerful evidence-generation engine, which ultimately drives durable reimbursement and guideline inclusion for our tests, along with new insights to support continued innovation and pipeline development. For more information, please visit www.veracyte.com or follow us on LinkedIn or X (Twitter). Veracyte, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Veracyte participates in E-Verify in the United States. View our CCPA Disclosure Notice. If you receive any suspicious alerts or communications through LinkedIn or other online job sites for any position at Veracyte, please exercise caution and promptly report any concerns to careers@veracyte.com

Responsibilities

The Tissue Technician II primarily assists histology with specimen processing in the clinical laboratory, which includes receiving specimens, accurate entry into the LIS, and preparing samples for testing and analysis. Essential duties involve preparing microscopic slides via embedding, microtomy, and mounting, while also ensuring quality throughout pre-analytical processes.