Histotechnician II
Role Overview
Performs histological preparations for Signatera Whole Exome/Genome Sequencing PRIMARY
Key Skills for This Role
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome/genome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors
- Duties may include, but are not limited to: preparation of tissues, stained slides, macrodissection, and supporting workflow tasks
- May independently perform testing, reagent, and equipment preparation after completion of training and competency.
- Participates in validations • Performs qualifications of reagents
- Monitors and performs case management; ensures all cases are processed within department TAT goals and investigates sample processing issues
- Actively participate in EH&S initiatives such as safety audits
- Participates in updating and creating Standard Operating Procedures
- May serve as the general supervisor (Depending on education and years of experience) and perform competencies
- Trains staff on department procedures
- Participates in Projects and initiatives initiated by the department/external departments
- Extensive knowledge in equipment and process troubleshooting
- Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specifications as needed. Escalates protocol deviation to the lead/supervisor.
- Provides general oversight of personnel and the daily operations in the lab. Provides guidance to new team members
- Engages with external departments such as Engineering, Biodev, Stats to resolve issues • May work with leaders of the department to streamline processes.
- Participates in validations
- Performs qualifications of reagents
- Engages with external departments such as Engineering, Biodev, Stats to resolve issues
- May work with leaders of the department to streamline processes.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- An associate's, or higher, degree in a histotechnician program OR An associate's degree, or higher, in one of the chemical or biological sciences AND - one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR- completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program OR A bachelor's, or higher, degree in one of the chemical or biological sciences, including a combination of thirty (30) hours in biology and chemistry; and either one of the following conditions: one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR- completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program A copy of the degree is required at the time of hire; the degree must either be from the US or equivalent to a US degree.
- HT (ASCP) required.
- 2+ years of related experience
- 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
- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- 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
- Thorough understanding of workflow
- Ability to train proficiently
- Compensation & Total Rewards
- This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Final compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
- This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera’s robust Total Rewards program, including:
- Annual performance incentive bonus
- Long-term equity awards
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and company holidays
- Additional wellness and work-life benefits
- Compensation Range $40.58—$50.72 USD
- OUR OPPORTUNITY
- NateraTM 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.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!
- For more information, visit www.natera.com.
- Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
- All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.
- If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents.
- Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/
- Please be advised that Natera will reach out to candidates with a @ natera.com email domain ONLY. Email communications from all other domain names are not from Natera or its employees and are fraudulent. Natera does not request interviews via text messages and does not ask for personal information until a candidate has engaged with the company and has spoken to a recruiter and the hiring team. Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.
- For more information: BBB announcement on job scams FBI Cyber Crime resource page
Preferred Qualifications
- Annual performance incentive bonus
About Natera
Genetic testing company specializing in cell-free DNA diagnostics for oncology, women's health, and organ transplant monitoring.
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