Laboratory Technician

Mckesson Corporation; Orlando (FL); In loco; USD 30.000 - 47.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a McKesson subsidiary, seeks a Lab Technician to perform high-level lab processing for patients in clinical trials. You will initiate improvements, process samples per sponsor instructions, and train others in procedures.

You will handle EMR documentation, coordinate shipments, maintain logs, and work closely with research nurses to ensure proper lab kits and specimen collection.

Competenze

• Vocational or technical training in laboratory processes and/or phlebotomy.
• A current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of organization policies, procedures, systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids.
• Experience gathering and reporting information.
• Experience in venipuncture and blood processing.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively with staff and external sponsor agencies.
• At least one year of clinical laboratory and phlebotomy or equivalent experience.

Mansioni

• Initiate improvements, tools, processes and forms to enhance the efficiency and the quality of work in the lab.
• Process and ship pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic and all other samples according to sponsor instructions.
• Be the primary processor and trainer for requested procedures.
• Attend the lab portion of the site initiation visit (SIV) when possible.
• Assist in understanding a lab manual when required.
• Prepare study supplies/source documents for obtaining lab samples prior to patient treatment.
• Utilize EMR for source documentation.
• Maintain accurate freezer sample logs.
• Maintain records of sample acquisition and shipping in patient charts and study folders.
• Schedule appropriate courier for sample shipments.
• Ensure adequate dry ice for shipments.
• Respond to queries from study sponsor or contract lab regarding patient/sample data.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and workspace in all areas.
• Interface with Research nurses to ensure labs kits are correct for patient visits.

Conoscenze

Phlebotomy

Lab techniques

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Communication

Formazione

Vocational or technical training in laboratory processes and/or phlebotomy

Current BLS certification

OSHA knowledge for safe handling of blood and body fluids

Descrizione del lavoro

It’s More Than a Career, It’s a Mission.

Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients across the globe. We look for mission-driven candidates who have a desire to advance the fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer every day.

Our Mission

People who live with cancer – those who work to prevent it, fight it, and survive it – are at the heart of every decision we make. Bringing the most innovative medical minds together with the most passionate caregivers in their communities, we are transforming care and personalizing treatment. Through clinical excellence and cutting-edge research, SCRI is redefining cancer care around the world.

Job Description

As a Lab Technician you will perform high-level medical laboratory processing procedures for specimens received on patients enrolled in clinical trials.

• You will initiate improvements, tools, processes and forms to enhance the efficiency and the quality of work in the lab

• You will expertly process and ship pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic and all other samples according to instructions provided by study sponsor

• You will be responsible for high- level processing procedures requested by study sponsors becoming the primary processor and trainer for those procedures

• You will be responsible for attending the lab portion of the site initiation visit (SIV) when possible

• You will provide assistance in understanding a lab manual when required

• You will prepare study supplies/source documents necessary for obtaining lab samples prior to patient treatment

• You will utilize electronic medical record (EMR) for source documentation

• You will maintain accurate freezer sample logs

• You will maintain accurate records of sample acquisition and shipping. All PK samples must have source documents available in patient charts that are accurate and complete. All shipping and processing records should be maintained in the patient’s study folder

• You will schedule appropriate courier for sample shipments.

• You will ensure there is an adequate supply of dry ice available for shipments

• You will have the ability to respond to queries generated from study sponsor or contract lab regarding patient/sample data

• You will maintain laboratory equipment and workspace in all areas

• You will interface with Research nurses to ensure that all research patients have correct lab kits prior to patients’ visits and to ensure all necessary specimens are collected per lab manual

You should have for this position:

• Vocational or technical training in laboratory process and/or phlebotomy

• A current BLS certification

• Knowledge of organization policies, procedures systems

• Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids

• Experience gathering and reporting information

• Experience in venipuncture and blood processing

• The ability to multi-task in fast paced environment

• The ability to work effectively with staff, and other internal and external sponsor and agencies

• At least one year of clinical laboratory and phlebotomy or equivalent experience

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 850 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA in the past decade. SCRI’s research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 200 locations in 20+ states across the U.S. Please to learn more about our research offerings. We care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well‑being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse colleague population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves. For more information regarding benefits through our parent company, McKesson, please . As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.