Phlebotomist & Clinical Laboratory Specialist

Overview:

Our client, a US Fortune 250 company and a global medical technology corporation serving customers in Clinical Labs, Health care research & Pharmaceutical industry, seeks an accomplished Phlebotomist & Clinical Laboratory Specialist.

*** Candidate must be authorized to work in USA without requiring sponsorship ***

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*** Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417

*** Duration: 12 months contract w/ possibility of extension

Description:

• This is a laboratory-based position. This position has specific assignments to evaluate, execute and report on the safety and efficacy of new or modified in-vitro diagnostic devices.
• They will possess technical competence in phlebotomy and sample processing for the clinical laboratory.
• The phlebotomist will recruit subjects for clinical studies and perform blood collections, prepare specimens for laboratory testing as well as perform screening procedures according to specific protocol procedure requirements.
• They will possess technical competence in performing laboratory pre- and post-analytic phases of sample processing (preparing samples/ specimens).
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of all laboratory spaces according to laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
• Responsible for understanding product design and function and applying quality and regulatory standards.
• Utilize technical/scientific judgement to resolve technical issues.
• Works with many different disciplines (manufacturing, marketing, quality, regulatory, etc.), materials, products, and processes in the development and monitoring of acquisition and containment products.
• Possesses a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Formulates and conducts scientific investigations in areas of considerable scope and complexity. Explores, identifies, and recommends solutions, concepts, and principles.
• Collects blood from volunteers for utilization in laboratory testing and in a manner, which ensures safety by following OSHA regulation, and preserves the confidentiality of the participants.
• Verifies subject availability and suitability for clinical studies according to the Associate Sample Collection Program (ASCP) and study protocol requirements. Verifies subject identification.
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and fingerstick collections.
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily metrics of lab activities performed.
• Maintains quality results by following study protocol procedures and testing schedule; recording all pertinent information required during processing procedures. Follow methodologies in carrying routine tasks.
• Perform laboratory processing including pre- and post-analytic phases of samples/specimens.
• Produce accurate and reliable data.
• Research relevant topics and gather information/data.
• Adhere to correct procedures, policies, and health/safety guidelines.
• Keep abreast of all industry developments and best practices.
• Document all activities, record results and insert/retrieve data.
• Maintain work area and equipment with upkeep of all lab spaces, removal of biohazard waste, cleaning all lab surfaces, and maintaining organization.
• Receive, unpack, and correctly store all lab deliveries.
• Maintain records for refrigerator/freezer temperatures.
• Provide administrative assistance.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with IRB and other regulatory procedures.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Enhances the clinical lab processing areas by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Interfaces with R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, Corporate Statistics, QA and Regulatory to insure the successful and timely completion of projects.
• Provides technical support to worldwide functions, Manufacturing, Marketing, and other divisions as needed in the areas of training and product evaluation.
• Actively supports departmental, divisional and company policies and procedures. Maintains the proprietary and confidentiality interests of the company.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).
• Accredited Phlebotomy Program Phlebotomist / Lab Assistant.
• 5-10 years minimum phlebotomy experience in hospital or regulated clinical setting.
• Proficient in use of MS Outlook, MS Teams, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• National Health-career Association (NHA) or the National Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
• Good reading, writing, and communication skills.

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I'd love to talk to you if you think this position is right up your alley, and assure a prompt communication, whichever direction. If you're looking for rewarding employment and a company that puts its employees first, we'd like to work with you.

Satwinder “Sat” Singh

Lead Technical Recruiter

Company Overview:

Amerit Consulting is an extremely fast-growing staffing and consulting firm. Amerit Consulting was founded in 2002 to provide consulting, temporary staffing, direct hire, and payrolling services to Fortune 500 companies nationally; as well as small to mid-sized organizations on a local & regional level. Currently, Amerit has over 2,000 employees in 47 states. We develop and implement solutions that help our clients operate more efficiently, deliver greater customer satisfaction, and see a positive impact on their bottom line. We create value by bringing together the right people to achieve results. Our clients and employees say they choose to work with Amerit because of how we work with them - with service that exceeds their expectations and a personal commitment to their success. Our deep expertise in human capital management has fueled our expansion into direct hire placements, temporary staffing, contract placements, and additional staffing and consulting services that propel our clients’ businesses forward.

Amerit Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal laws.