Laboratory Technician (Phlebotomist)

Come join our team and make a difference as we blaze the way into the future of medical discovery through world-class clinical research. At Pinnacle Clinical Research, we are committed to driving innovation and advancing medical knowledge. Through our rigorous research studies, we strive to unlock breakthroughs that have the potential to transform patient care and improve lives.  We pride ourselves on conducting high-quality research as a complement to the medical care that our volunteers receive from their routine care center. Together, we will raise awareness about the importance of clinical research and its role in shaping the future of healthcare.  Be a part of the discovery!

Summary : Pinnacle Clinical Research seeks a Laboratory Technician who will be responsible for running the day-to-day operations of the lab. Aids in research-related activities and clinical research, which includes collecting blood, urine / stool or tissue samples, and processing / shipping biological samples, as well as maintaining all laboratory documentation and supplies. This person must have a minimum of 12 months of laboratory experience in a healthcare setting and be able to understand laboratory priorities and establish a workflow to complete all required activities in a timely manner.

The Lab Technician must be organized, excel at multitasking, detail-oriented, an excellent communicator, and be able to provide high-quality patient care. This person will collaborate very closely with other members of the PCR team and therefore must be highly collaborative, goal-oriented, flexible, and communicative. An ideal candidate will be responsive, self-motivated, and a team player. This role reports directly to the Laboratory Manager or the site Clinical Research Project Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Perform lab tests, collect subject specimens, and process samples according to the corresponding study lab manual.
• Responsible for daily phlebotomy (venipuncture, IV catheter, or capillary collections) and specimen processing, and biological sample shipping using universal precautions.
• Uses proper tools such as an appropriate needle gauge and type of needle (straight needle, butterfly, or IV catheter) and judgment to obtain optimum specimens while minimizing discomfort and hazards for the patient.
• Collect, organize, store, and ship samples in accordance with quality control and all safety and other requirements to ensure the safety of personnel and integrity of the sample.
• Ship processed specimens to the central and / or local lab in a timely manner and according to study lab manuals.
• Track inventory of lab kits from the central lab and re-order as needed. Ensure there are no expired lab kits on the premises.
• Track inventory of lab supplies and shipping containers and re-order as needed.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary laboratory area, storage area, and lab restroom always. Clean and maintain lab equipment, including alerting the Lab Manager or Clinical Research Project Manager when recalibration of equipment is needed.
• Facilitating or advising the lab manager / project manager for biohazard pickups.
• Complete and upload lab requisitions into Clinical Research IO (CRIO) and subject folders daily, as well as file the physical copies.
• Distribute lab requisitions to the appropriate CRC or Research Assistant daily for filing.
• Receive and process deliveries for the lab (e.g., upload temperature logs into the share drive, ensure product quantity matches shipping manifest, etc.).
• Maintain equipment records, temperature logs, inventory trackers, PK logs, and daily work logs in a timely manner.
• Complete the required data entry daily and ensure inventory is tracked in a timely manner.
• Retrieve subject specimens from local vendor locations if applicable (i.e., liver biopsy tissue).
• Communicates pertinent medical history information to the appropriate coordinating staff.
• Exercises judgement within the allowable limits defined within clinical trials protocols, standard operating procedures under the direction of the study Investigator and supervisor.
• Interacts with internal and external personnel to include, but not limited to, physicians, nurses, administration staff, industry sponsor. representatives, central laboratory / imaging personnel and clinical trial patients.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.

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Work Environment and Physical Demands :

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Perks of working at Pinnacle Clinical Research :

Pinnacle Clinical Research is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State / Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the

About Pinnacle Clinical Research :

Pinnacle Clinical Research Network provides world-class clinical trial solutions to its member sites, sponsors, CROs, researchers and patients to accelerate the results of their trials. By advocating for quality, integrity and diversity in clinical research data, Pinnacle is dedicated to advancing unmet areas of medical research and leading pivotal scientific discoveries.