Natera
Histotechnologist
San Carlos, CA · Mid
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About the role
- Actively participate in EH&S initiatives such as safety audits
- Participates in updating and creating Standard Operating Procedures
- Participates in Projects and initiatives initiated by the department/external departments
Responsibilities
- Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors
- Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors • Duties may include but 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.
- Performs qualifications of reagents
- Monitors and performs case management; ensures all cases are processed within department TAT goals and investigates sample processing issues
- Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specifications as needed. Escalates protocol deviation to lead/supervisor.
- Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.
Requirements
- A bachelor's, or higher, degree 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 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 bachelor's degree.
- 2+ years of related experience
- HTL (ASCP) require
- 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
- Behavioral: Evaluates factors related to human characteristics and skills, such as attitude, work approach and collaborative abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- both written and oral
Nice to have
- Science - related degree preferred
Skills
- 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
- 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
Compensation
- Compensation & Total Rewards
Benefits
- 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.
- Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
Company info
- 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.
- We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
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