Clinical Operations Specialist/Phlebotomist

Job Description

Job Description

Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Stage Clinical and Phase I IV Clinical Research services. We welcome individuals who want to be part of our growing organization. QPS is an innovative, dynamic organization that strives to employ talented, caring and committed employees who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life. QPS offers challenging and rewarding work in its four core business areas and support functions. Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation and accountability. Employees are encouraged to take responsibility and achieve their best, both as individuals and as team members.

Description:

This position will be working in our Screening Department and performing phlebotomy, obtaining vital signs, sample collection, customer service and completing documentation. Our phlebotomists are responsible for performing venipuncture and accurate organization, recording, and processing blood samples in accordance with SOPs/PRCs and protocol specifications. This position must be able to work with other clinical staff to ensure procedures are completed in a coordinated manner and in accordance with the processes and procedures that ensures compliance with applicable rules and regulations related to human subjects in research.

Responsibilities:

• Read and understand the guidelines of the study protocols. 
• Perform venipuncture 
• Label and QC specimen containers according to protocol specifications
• Maintain ability to work effectively with other people including both participants and other members of the clinical team 
• Record specimen collection accurately 
• Process samples according to protocol specifications 
• Patch assessment evaluations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Combination of relevant education & experience that provides sufficient knowledge & skills to ensure incumbent’s success in this role, such as: 
  • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or equivalent relevant work experience required
  • 1 year experience as a phlebotomist preferred
  • Experience performing vitals sign checks preferred
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

QPS is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. QPS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. QPS conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.