Veracyte, Inc. · 1 week ago
Specimen Processor
San Diego, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23.50/hr - $28/hr
0+ years expVeracyte is a global diagnostics company committed to transforming cancer care for patients. The Specimen Processor is responsible for receiving, accessioning specimens, and maintaining laboratory orderliness while ensuring compliance with safety and procedural standards.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth Diagnostics
Responsibilities
Accessioning clinical specimens upon receipt and entering data into LIS system
Specimen verification, labeling, tracking, and all related clerical functions
Capable of identifying specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of test results and immediately notifying the supervisor
Documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
Following the laboratory's established policies and procedures
Understanding of compliance regulations related to test ordering
Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations
Contributing to the safety of the laboratory operations by complying with established safety procedures and making recommendations for improvement
Engaging in training and competency assessments
Attending and participating in department meetings
Participating in activities associated with regulatory compliance and inspections
Assisting in continuous improvement activities/projects
Assisting in research and validation activities
Helping perform weekly, monthly, and other periodic room and equipment maintenance procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures
Helping track and stock laboratory supplies
General clean-up tasks, e.g. break down and trash shipping boxes/packaging, disinfect lab benches and surfaces, and put away supplies
Working cooperatively in a team environment and supporting senior laboratory and management staff
Working cross-functionally with Customer Care regarding specimen issues and Accessioning requests
Complete other related administrative duties, including printing, copying, filing, faxing, and quality control of spreadsheets
Qualification
Required
0-2 years of accessioning experience and/or in a lab setting
High school diploma or equivalent required
Good verbal and written communication skills
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)
Good judgment and problem-solving skills
Excellent teamwork and collaborations skills
Ability to work independently
Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs
Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing)
Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping and moving about
Talking and hearing
Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits
Company
Veracyte, Inc.
Veracyte is a global diagnostics company that empowers clinicians with the high-value insights they need to guide and assure patients at pivotal moments in the race to diagnose and treat cancer.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (8)
2024 (17)
2023 (7)
2022 (2)
2021 (6)
2020 (8)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1BKey Investors
Visium Healthcare PartnersGE VenturesDomain Associates
2021-02-05Post Ipo Equity· $550M
2020-08-05Post Ipo Equity· $194M
2019-05-01Post Ipo Equity· $137.8M
Leadership Team
John Leite
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
Recent News
2026-01-12
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