Lead Phlebotomist

Digital Invaders; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Phlebotomist, where you will play a crucial role in overseeing the Human Volunteer Programme. This position offers a unique opportunity to manage and train a team of phlebotomists while ensuring compliance with ethical standards and regulations. You will be at the forefront of providing essential blood samples for research, working collaboratively with various stakeholders. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements and the potential for professional growth within a diverse team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive.

Benefits

Health Cover

Contributory Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Arrangements

Exposure to Drug Development Process

Diverse Team Environment

Well-being Programs

Qualifications

• Previous phlebotomy experience and knowledge of phlebotomy duties required.
• Ability to manage and train phlebotomists across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Human Volunteer Programme Phlebotomy Service for Labcorp UK.
• Manage training and competency of 20+ phlebotomists and ensure compliance.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Informed Consent

Team Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

I.T Software Proficiency

Education

Phlebotomy Certification

Tools

Database Software

Spreadsheet Software

Word Processing Software

Job description

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. Performing venipuncture on donors using suitable methodology for volumes required, evaluating vein performance of the donor to identify possible problems; making necessary corrections in order to expedite donation time and ensure product quality and donor safety, collecting whole blood samples for testing, monitoring donor for any reaction
5. Performing Informed Consent appointments with prospective and active donors as required
6. Educating new donors on the use of donated HBS. Consents donors. 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. Answering donor's questions timely, accurately and professionally
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. Maintaining confidentiality of all personnel, donor and HVP information
10. Recording any incidents that occur during or following the venepuncture process, volume variances and donor adverse events following the procedure
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. Completing new role training and annual competency assessments when necessary
14. Supporting HTA Designated Individual in provision of ethical management of Human Tissue donations from Labcorp staff.
15. Maintain compliance with the UK Human Tissue Act
16. Adhere to all Labcorp HBS / HTA policies and processes
17. Maintain ethical standards; informed consent and IEC approval for each procedure.
18. Review daily/weekly schedule with HVP team and make schedule adjustments as needed
19. Promote teamwork, cohesiveness and effective communication among coworkers
20. Working with Global Human Tissue Designate to maintain strategic relationships and harmonized process with appropriate Independent Research Ethics Committees responsible for Staff Matrix projects to enable high level discussions in support of our global business activities
21. Providing support / cover to administration and management of human volunteer programme for Labcorp UK and HBSM/HTA
22. Maintaining ability and skill set to manage the process for donor recruitment, management, scheduling and sample collection.
23. Managing sourcing of staff sourced matrix from consenting staff donors for use by the business, to include: blood, urine, faeces, sputum, buccal cells as required
24. Developing a working knowledge of the requesting departments / business units requesting staff sourced matrix and is able to apply that knowledge to ensure complete requests are made and process followed to deliver matrix required
25. Following up on outstanding matrix requests for resolution to meet internal and external client deadlines and to minimize business and legal risk

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 with the ability to utilize word processing software, database, spreadsheet, and specialized 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!

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