Medical Research Technician - Phlebotomist

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 paid holidays

Up to 16 days PTO

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Professional development stipend

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) in Phoenix seeks a Medical Research Technician / Phlebotomist to support clinical studies on-site. You will perform blood draws, vitals assessments, and sample handling while ensuring comfort and safety for diverse participants, including pediatric and autistic individuals.

This role combines clinical skill with empathetic participant engagement. CPT certification and 1–3 years in a medical setting are required; pediatric experience is highly

Qualifications

• Certification CPT required for the role.
• 1–3 years in a medical environment; pediatric experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain consent and explain procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe venipuncture and blood draws.
• Conduct ECGs and EEGs; document vitals.
• Handle, process, and store biological samples per SOPs.
• Maintain HIPAA and GCP awareness.
• Maintain meticulous records for data access and interpretation.
• Explain procedures to reduce anxiety for participants.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Vitals assessment

ECG

EEG

Documentation

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT)

Tools

ECG machine

EEG equipment

Job description

Medical Research Technician / Phlebotomist

Phoenix, AZ

On-site

As a Medical Research Technician, you are a vital link in the clinical research chain. You will provide essential study support by performing medical assessments, ensuring the integrity of our data, and—most importantly—providing a comfortable, professional experience for our research participants. This role focuses on the intersection of clinical skill and empathetic participant engagement.

Core Skills & Responsibilities

Clinical Technical Proficiency

• Phlebotomy: Perform safe and efficient blood draws (venipuncture) on a diverse range of participants, including pediatric and neurodivergent populations.
• Vitals Assessment: Perform ECG’s and EEG’s. Accurately measure and record height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
• Sample Management: Handle, process (centrifuging), and store biological samples according to strict laboratory protocols.

Research Integrity & Data Accuracy

• Protocol Adherence: Follow specific study protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) without deviation to ensure data validity.
• Documentation: Maintain meticulous records in electronic and written formats for easy access, interpretation and use by other authorized research team members.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Maintain a working knowledge of HIPAA and GCP (Good Clinical Practice) guidelines.

Patient-Centered Communication

• Adaptability: Tailor your approach to meet the unique sensory or communication needs of participants within the autism community.
• Informed Consent Support: Assist in explaining procedures to participants and families to alleviate anxiety and ensure comfort.

Qualifications

• Certification: Current Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT).
• Experience: Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a medical environment, experience with pediatric populations is highly preferred.

Salary

$20/hr

Robust Benefits Package

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 16 days per year Paid Time off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (majority of coverage paid for by SARRC)
• Professional development annual benefit of $1000
• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 6%

Our Story

Established in 1997, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach. We are one of the only autism organizations in the world that provides a lifetime of services for individuals and their families while also conducting cutting edge research.