Histotechnician — Precision Tissue Processing for Diagnostics

Personalis, Inc; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential pay bonus

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Personalis, Inc. is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare FFPE specimens for microscopic evaluation in our Fremont, CA lab. You will section, stain, cover slip, and disassemble as needed to support molecular diagnostics tests.

The role requires a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program or equivalent, HT/HTL certification, and at least 3 years in a high-volume histology lab. IHC and digital imaging experience a plus; strong detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program completed.
• HT/HTL ASCP certification required or in process.
• Minimum 3+ years in a high-volume histology lab with microtomy, H&E staining and embedding.
• Experience with IHC/digital imaging and reading pathology reports is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Section tissue using a microtome and mount on slides.
• Stain tissue sections with automated and/or manual methods.
• Cover slips on slides, perform macrodissection as needed.
• Operate and maintain histology instruments and systems.
• Follow safety, quality policies and documentation practices.

Skills

Histology sectioning

H&E staining

Tissue embedding

Microtomy

IHC knowledge

Documentation

Education

NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program

Bachelor’s degree in a laboratory science

Job description

Personalis, Inc. is seeking a Histotechnician to prepare FFPE specimens for microscopic evaluation in our Fremont, CA lab. You will section, stain, cover slip, and disassemble as needed to support molecular diagnostics tests.

The role requires a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program or equivalent, HT/HTL certification, and at least 3 years in a high-volume histology lab. IHC and digital imaging experience a plus; strong detail and teamwork are essential.