Histology Technician Lead
Description
<div class="content-intro"><p>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&nbsp;environment. This is what we call <em>the Veracyte way</em>&nbsp;– it’s about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Our Values:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>We Seek A Better Way</strong>: We innovate boldly, learn from our setbacks, and are resilient in our pursuit to transform cancer care</li>
<li><strong>We Make It Happen</strong>: We act with urgency, commit to quality, and bring fun to our hard work</li>
<li><strong>We Are Stronger Together</strong>:&nbsp;We collaborate openly, seek to understand, and celebrate our wins</li>
<li><strong>We Care Deeply</strong>: We embrace our differences, do the right thing, and encourage each other</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p></div><h3><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Position:</span></h3>
<p>The Histology Technician III/Lead supervises and coordinates daily histology operations including embedding, microtomy, staining, and slide distribution. Core duties include sample management specific to site operations, performing staining procedures, equipment maintenance, sample capture, and/or supporting digital pathology. The role requires expertise in all aspects of microtomy, ensuring compliance with state and national regulatory standards, and effective collaboration with laboratory teams, pre-analytical staff, and pathologists. Flexibility in scheduling and section assignments is essential to meet laboratory needs.</p>
<p><strong>This role will have a schedule of Tuesday - Saturday, 2pm - 10:30pm.&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The main duties and responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to:</p>
<ul>
<li>Prepares microscopic slides for diagnostic purposes, including processing, embedding, microtomy, and/or mounting of paraffin-embedded samples.</li>
<li>Assists in training new personnel and may perform competency assessment.</li>
<li>Responsible for specimen reconciling, sample return, sample capture, and ensuring quality throughout the pre-analytical processes; other duties as assigned, (if performed at the specific laboratory location).</li>
<li>Performs and quality review of routine H&amp;E staining.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recut blocks as requested by the Pathologist in a manner that meets TAT and quality expectations.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Maintains histology equipment per laboratory Standard Operating Procedures and manufacturer recommendations.</li>
<li>Files paraffin blocks and microscope slides; pulls slides/ blocks from storage, as requested. Prepares and monitors solutions and reagents for the automated stainers.</li>
<li>Participates in projects, research, and validation activities as assigned.</li>
<li>Restocks the laboratory to ensure appropriate inventory levels as maintained to meet workload.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Maintains equipment and quality records in a manner that meets laboratory and compliance standards; ensures records are accurate and available for audits and review.</li>
<li>Must be able to troubleshoot areas of processing, microtomy, staining and equipment.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Performs and documents scheduled preventative maintenance.</li>
<li>Understands and follows all safety guidelines.</li>
<li>Participates in all continuing education programs required to keep certification current, if applicable.</li>
<li>Must be able to flex schedule to accommodate workload, including weekend coverage.</li>
<li>Respects and maintains the confidentiality of information relative to clients and patients.</li>
<li>Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements quality systems, and regulations.</li>
<li>May perform other assigned duties as directed by management.</li>
<li>May supervise direct reports</li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Who You Are:</span></h3>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">QUALIFICATIONS 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. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE&nbsp;</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor's degree preferred </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">4-8 years of experience in a histology laboratory, including microtomy and H&amp;E staining </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of CLIA, New York, CAP and OSHA regulatory requirements </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification a plus.&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">OTHER SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES </span></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records&nbsp; </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong attention to detail and organization skills&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Excellent problem-solving skills&nbsp; </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excellent written and oral communication skills </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrates interpersonal skills required to successfully perform as a team member and leader in a constantly changing environment. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated self-starter </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strives to maintain a positive work environment.&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS </span></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Exposure to general laboratory environment conditions </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Handling and disposing of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Manual dexterity and visual acuity for handling and processing specimens </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including gloves, lab coats, and safety glasses </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping, and moving about</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">#LI-Onsite</span></span></p>
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<p class="x_MsoNormal"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience, skillset, geographic location, 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.</span></p></div><div class="title">Pay range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$45</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$52 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">What We Can Offer You</span></h3>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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<sup>®</sup> in both the US and Israel - a testament to our dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring workplace where passion meets purpose.</span></p>
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<h3><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">About Veracyte</span></h3>
<p>Veracyte&nbsp;(Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global diagnostics company whose vision is to transform cancer care for patients all over the world. We empower clinicians with the high-value insights they need to guide and assure patients at pivotal moments in the race to diagnose and treat cancer. Our Veracyte Diagnostics Platform delivers high-performing cancer tests that are fueled by broad genomic and clinical data, deep bioinformatic and AI capabilities, and a powerful evidence-generation engine, which ultimately drives durable reimbursement and guideline inclusion for our tests, along with new insights to support continued innovation and pipeline development. For more information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.veracyte.com%2F&amp;esheet=54340020&amp;newsitemid=20251015446872&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.veracyte.com&amp;index=5&amp;md5=4d48386b00ece1531372e2e593d7cd2d">www.veracyte.com</a>&nbsp;or follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Fveracyte%2F&amp;esheet=54340020&amp;newsitemid=20251015446872&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=LinkedIn&amp;index=6&amp;md5=234cba826cb637f449d2722139f551ef">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fveracyte%3Fs%3D11&amp;esheet=54340020&amp;newsitemid=20251015446872&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=X+%28Twitter%29&amp;index=7&amp;md5=20ead95735af622bf261b20735515b66">X (Twitter)</a>.</p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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&nbsp;<a href="https://www.veracyte.com/privacy-statement-for-california-residents/" target="_blank">CCPA Disclosure Notice</a>.</span></p>
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