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
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
$34.77—$43.46 USD
OUR OPPORTUNITY
Natera™ 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.
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.
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