Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on helping conquer cancer globally through use of its proprietary tests, vast data sets and advanced analytics. The Guardant Health oncology platform leverages capabilities to drive commercial adoption, improve patient clinical outcomes and lower healthcare costs across all stages of the cancer care continuum. Guardant Health has commercially launched Guardant360®, Guardant360 CDx, Guardant360 TissueNext™, Guardant360 Response™, and GuardantOMNI® tests for advanced stage cancer patients, and Guardant Reveal™ for early-stage cancer patients. The Guardant Health screening portfolio, including the Shield™ test, aims to address the needs of individuals eligible for cancer screening.

Job Description

About the Role:

The Histotechnologist is responsible for performing skilled and accurate processing of patient specimens under the direction and supervision of the Histology Laboratory Manager and experienced histotechnologists II, III, or Specialists. The Histotechnologist will interact with internal cross-functional teams, perform quality control and specimen-related checks, and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laboratory requirements.

The highly complex nature of the work requires excellent attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to multi-task and be flexible with tasks and schedules, and the ability to work independently in a team environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain stringent standards for quality, identifying any issues that might adversely impact the quality of test results and/or employee safety, and immediately communicating these to the appropriate management representatives as necessary for prompt resolution.
Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in Histology including microtomy, H&E staining, and immunohistochemistry.
Train on workflow queues.
Prepare reagents, solutions, and controls.
Perform and document equipment maintenance and calibration.
Assist in sample returns, as necessary.
Interact with Pathologists and cross-functional team members to ensure specimens are processed in a timely manner with high quality.
Process specimens for research and development-sponsored studies.
Participate in technical troubleshooting activities and provide input on process improvement opportunities.
Assist in identifying issues and assist in performing root cause analysis and document the corrective actions in accordance to Quality System procedures.
Assist in workflow, protocol, and related SOP review.
Assist in internal and external audits.
Able to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Strong communicator who can maintain open communication with internal employees, managers, and customers as needed.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to work designated schedule.
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum of AA or equivalent required
Bachelor of Arts or Science in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science, or related field preferred
A minimum of 1-2 years of related experience in a high-complexity laboratory
Active ASCP Board of Certification in HT/HLT preferred.
Experience in tissue processing techniques including microtomy, slide preparation, H&E staining, embedding, and sample return is preferred.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations preferable
Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
Ability to manage daily test processing needs with a high emphasis on quality.
Ability to analyze and problem-solve basic issues that impact test performance.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Strong computer and automation skills

Work Environment:

Hours and days may vary depending on operational needs
Standing or sitting for long periods of time may be necessary
May be exposed to hazardous materials, blood specimens and instruments with moving parts, heating or freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation (Generally Laboratory and Client Services employees only)
Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) may be necessary

Additional Information

For positions based in Palo Alto, CA or Redwood City, CA, the hourly range for this full-time position is $32.69 to $44.13. The range does not include benefits and, if applicable, overtime, bonus, commission, or equity.

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including, but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. If you are selected to move forward, the recruiting team will provide details specific to the factors above.

Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment. Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however, there may be exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and biohazard material in the laboratory environment. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Guardant Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our hiring processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected]

Guardant Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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