Histotechnologist I

POSITION SUMMARY :

Performs histological preparations for Signatera Whole Exome / Genome Sequencing.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors. Duties may include but are not limited to :

Preparation of tissues stained slides microdissection 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 a general supervisor (Depending on education and years of experience) and perform competencies

Has an understanding of 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 supervisor.

Provides general oversight of personnel and the daily operations in the lab. Provides guidance to new team members

QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelors or higher degree in a histotechnician program OR A bachelors 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 an histotechnician program A copy of the degree is required at time of hire; the degree must either be from the US or equivalent to a US bachelors degree.

HTL (ASCP) required Science - related degree preferred

0-2 years of related experience

Employee must pass post-offer criminal background check

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly

This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard communicate over the telephone and read printed material

Repetitive hand motion may be necessary

Travel required for this position : No or Yes : If yes state anticipated percent for travel : N / A

The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate including but not limited to skill set years & depth of experience certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Austin TX

$24.50 - $30.62 USD

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing dedicated to oncology womens 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 youll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry youll 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!

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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.

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 24 - 30