Lead Phlebotomist

Recognized as one of Forbes’ World’s Best Employers and named one of The World’s Most Admired Companies 2024 by Fortune, Labcorp is seeking to hire a Lead Phlebotomist to be aligned with our Harrogate site.

This position primarily involves the independent oversight of the Human Volunteer Programme Phlebotomy Service (Blood Draws Programme) now combined in UK, providing fresh samples from staff to all Labcorp UK sites on demand.

The successful candidate will have previous Phlebotomy experience and be comfortable managing the training and supply of our phlebotomists and managing this process across Labcorp UK sites. Ensuring business unit compliance with global human research, data protection legislation and Research Ethics Committee Approved Projects for the sourcing and use of staff sourced biological matrix is crucial to the success of the position.

The position offers hybrid working and we welcome applicants seeking either full-time or part-time hours.

Duties Include:

1. Enabling routine supply of staff sourced fresh whole blood matrix to support Lab service offerings to clients as appropriate.
2. Working cross-functionally with all relevant parties (e.g. project management, study direction, operations, regulatory and Occupational Health) to resolve HBS related issues.
3. Providing resource management, training and competency of 20+ phlebotomists, occupational health facility, organising blood draws, maintaining confidential donor database in support of the HVP.
4. Performing all aspects of the venepuncture procedure and where possible plasma collection, including procedure, room and kit set-up, donor monitoring and room maintenance management.
5. Performing Informed Consent appointments with prospective and active donors as required.
6. Educating new donors on the use of donated HBS and providing information to answer any queries as required.
7. Explaining the process, the tests, the appointment system, proper hydration and other information pertinent to the donor.
8. Performing accurate and timely update and maintenance of donor databases and specimen information logs as required.
9. Alerting HVP Admin of donor issues that may impact HVP to deliver.
10. Recording any incidents that occur during or following the venepuncture process.
11. Increasing regulatory oversight of all activities that may impact safety, quality, identity, integrity and security of any HBS collected, processed and shipped from the HVP Site.
12. Working to ensure the HVP operates in a state of compliance with all written procedures, national and international regulations as applicable.
13. Performing site inspections on a regular basis and accurately report all findings.
14. Supporting HTA Designated Individual in provision of ethical management of Human Tissue donations from Labcorp staff.
15. Working with Global Human Tissue Designate to maintain strategic relationships and harmonized process with appropriate Independent Research Ethics Committees.
16. Providing support / cover to administration and management of human volunteer programme for Labcorp UK and HBSM/HTA.
17. Maintaining ability and skill set to manage the process for donor recruitment, management, scheduling and sample collection.
18. Managing sourcing of staff sourced matrix from consenting staff donors for use by the business.
19. Following up on outstanding matrix requests for resolution to meet internal and external client deadlines.

Labcorp Offers:

• A competitive salary together with a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements with option of part-time hours and hybrid working.
• Exposure to drug development process.
• Opportunity to be a part of a diverse team working with a variety of stakeholders.
• Potential for further development and/or training on the regulatory / legislative aspect.
• Possibility of working with global teams.
• A culture of CARE with access to well-being programs and various employee resource groups.

Education / Qualifications:

• Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency. Experience may be substituted for education.

Skills / Experience:

• Previous experience as a phlebotomist and an in-depth knowledge of phlebotomy duties, responsibilities and techniques required.
• Trained in taking Informed Consent from research subjects / staff.
• Mentoring of staff Phlebotomists.
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Strong communication, presentation, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to be persistent while maintaining tact.
• Proficient with computers and industry standard I.T software.
• Ability to plan, multi-task, organize and prioritize.
• People management skills advantageous.

*Please note, applicants must be able to commit to the following days/hours as a minimum:

• Monday 08:30 – 12:30.
• Tuesday 08:30 – 12:30.
• Friday 08:30 – 12:30.

If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind.

We encourage all to apply.