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Specimen Processor

Veracyte·San Diego, California

$22 - $24/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 4 days ago
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Specimen Processor · $22 - $24/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -37% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in San Diego, California ($35.15/hr, n=935)
$8.45/hr · p10p90 · $413/hr
this role: $22.00/hrmedian $35.15/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 935 posted healthcare roles in San Diego, California rates. This role sits in the 22nd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 37% below the San Diego, California median for similar positions.

Responsible for receiving, accessioning, and documenting clinical specimens while entering data into the LIS system. Maintains lab cleanliness and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory procedures.

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 environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way – 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.

Our Values

  • We
  • Seek
  • A
  • Better
  • Way: We pursue bold ideas, embrace complexity, and keep pushing forward.
  • We
  • Make
  • It
  • Happen: We act with urgency, deliver with excellence, and always find a way.
  • We
  • Are
  • Stronger
  • Together: We engage with empathy, align around what's best for Veracyte, and celebrate as one team.
  • We
  • Care
  • Deeply: We show up with integrity, kindness, and respect for one another.

The position

Primarily responsibility for receiving and accessioning specimens, handling specimen documentation, and data entry of requisitions. They are also responsible for keeping the lab in a clean and orderly condition. Specimen Processor I are knowledgeable in sample integrity issues and are a resource to others in the lab. They maintain flexibility regarding work schedules including daily assignments, holiday schedules, and days of the week as determined by business need.

Schedule

  • Tuesday -
  • Saturday, 7am - 3:30pm

Essential duties and responsibilities

  • include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • 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.

Who you are

Requirements: 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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • 0-2 years of accessioning experience and/or in a lab setting
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 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
  • Physical requirements
  • 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

#LI-Onsite

For candidates based in our San Diego office, the hourly range is $22- $24.

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.

Pay range $22—$24 USD

What we can offer you

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® in both the US and Israel - a testament to our dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring workplace where passion meets purpose.

About veracyte

Veracyte (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 www.veracyte.com [https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.veracyte.com%2F&esheet=54340020&newsitemid=20251015446872&lan=en-US&anchor=www.veracyte.com&index=5&md5=4d48386b00ece1531372e2e593d7cd2d] or follow us on LinkedIn [https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Fveracyte%2F&esheet=54340020&newsitemid=20251015446872&lan=en-US&anchor=LinkedIn&index=6&md5=234cba826cb637f449d2722139f551ef] or X (Twitter) [https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fveracyte%3Fs%3D11&esheet=54340020&newsitemid=20251015446872&lan=en-US&anchor=X+%28Twitter%29&index=7&md5=20ead95735af622bf261b20735515b66].

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 CCPA Disclosure Notice [https://www.veracyte.com/legal/privacy-statement-for-california-residents/]

If you receive any suspicious alerts or communications through LinkedIn or other online job sites for any position at Veracyte, please exercise caution and promptly report any concerns to careers@veracyte.com [careers@Veracyte.com]

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Restricted Stock Units
  • Discretionary Bonuses/Incentives

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$22 - $24/hr
Location
San Diego, California
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Application
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Veracyte

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. Our growing menu of diagnostic tests answers important clinical questions to help...

IndustryBiotechnology Research
TypePublic Company
Size501-1,000 employees
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California specimen processor role overview

In California, specimen processor roles are typically tied to steady demand in hospitals, reference labs, and outpatient testing settings where accurate intake and specimen handling support timely results. These jobs are competitive because employers often look for basic computer proficiency, medical terminology knowledge, and the ability to stay organized while performing repetitive fine-motor work for long shifts. Review the posting carefully and confirm the physical requirements fit you; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original description, saving you research time.

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