Tissue Technician I

The Position:

The Tissue Technician I primary responsibility is to assist histology with specimen processing in the clinical laboratory. This may include receiving specimens, ensuring accurate entry into the Laboratory Information System (LIS), and /or preparing samples for testing and analysis. Maintains flexibility regarding work schedule including section assignment.

This is an onsite position out of our San Diego office with a schedule of Tuesday - Saturday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Tissue Technician I is responsible for specimen reconciling, sample return, and ensuring
  quality throughout the pre-analytical processes; other duties as assigned


• Multi-tasking efficiently, maintaining flexibility, and working as a team player will be critical while
  processing samples according to multiple workflows and maintaining established turnaround
  times


• Capable of identifying specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of
  test results and immediately notify the supervisor


• Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing and data entry
  Maintain supply inventory logs - materials and laboratory supplies


• Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer
  service


• Participates in projects, research, and validation activities as assigned.


• Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems


• Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations

Who You Are:

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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma required; a four-year degree in life sciences preferred


• Minimum of 1 year experience in a laboratory setting


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 


• Ability to collaborate with peers 


• Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise good judgment 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Exposure to general office and laboratory environment conditions


• Handling and disposing of hazardous non-hazardous materials


• Repetitive movement of fingers, hands, arms and legs


• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for handling and processing specimens


• Sitting, walking, standing, bending, talking and hearing


• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including gloves, lab coats, and safety glasses


• Occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds 

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For candidates based in our San Diego office, the or hourly range is $23 - $33.