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 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