2025-08-02
Veracyte
Other
/yr
employee
contract
San Diego
California
92101
United States
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 its 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:
The Histology Associate 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. The Histology Associate I 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 is an onsite position based in our San Diego location. The schedule is Tuesday-Saturday 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
The Histology Associate I is 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
Participates in projects, research, and validation activities as assigned.
Handling and disposing of hazardous non-hazardous materials
Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems
Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations
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.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma required or education equivalent (GED)
1-2 years experience in a laboratory setting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to solve problems and collaborate with peers
Basic computer skills, including data entry and use of laboratory information systems
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
Repetitive movement of fingers, hands, arms and legs
Manual dexterity and visual acuity for handling and processing specimens
Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping and moving about
Exposure to general office and laboratory environment conditions
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
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The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the 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. Veracyte is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
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.
Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global genomic diagnostics company that improves patient care by providing answers to clinical questions, informing diagnosis and treatment decisions throughout the patient journey in cancer and other diseases. The companys growing menu of genomic tests leverage advances in genomic science and technology, enabling patients to avoid risky, costly diagnostic procedures and quicken time to appropriate treatment. The companys tests in lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer, bladder cancer and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis are available to patients and its lymphoma subtyping and renal cancer tests are in development. With Veracytes exclusive global license to a best-in-class diagnostics instrument platform, the company is positioned to deliver its tests to patients worldwide. Veracyte is based in South San Francisco, California. For more information, please visit www.veracyte.com and follow the company on X (Formerly 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.
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