Histotechnician II

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs histological preparations for Signatera Whole Exome/Genome Sequencing

PRIMARY 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.

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 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