Laboratory Coordinator / Phlebotomist

Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research company with a network of locations in AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, VA, SC, TN, TX and Puerto Rico. We have established a strong presence across Phase I-IV studies and several therapeutic areas including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine.

About the role

The Lab Coordinator works to ensure the execution of assigned lab procedures in compliance with GCP, ICH, FED and HIPAA regulations, company SOPs, and policies.

Alcanza is a national, collaborative network of clinical research sites, founded on the mission to accelerate the development of new therapies by reducing barriers to clinical research participation for all. We conduct research on dozens of conditions in several therapeutic areas including psychiatry, neurology, dermatology, and infectious disease. Our work is important to the patients who participate, the scientists who develop these new therapies, and the entire medical community. Because all approved medications require clinical trials, the impact of your work is exponential, reaching many thousands of future patients and improving their quality of life.

Alcanza is a culturally competent organization. We treat each other with dignity, creating an environment where all individuals feel welcome, heard, and respected for their unique perspectives and aspirations. We put considerable effort into finding exceptional employees who mirror the values most important to us: Inclusive, Impactful, Compassionate, and Determined.

Responsibilities

• Draw and process specimens according to each trial’s requirements
• Assist with specimen shipments to central labs and ensure proper shipping methods have been observed
• Monitor expiration dates on lab equipment and supplies
• Unpack and put away incoming lab supply shipments
• Monitor and maintain both general and study-specific lab inventory, and ensure study-specific lab supplies are ready for new study start-up
• Transport samples
• Provide mentoring to new hires and allow them to shadow you as they learn
• Complete and renew CITI GCP and IATA training as required
• Attend SIVs when needed, and complete all sponsor-required lab training
• May support other clinical research-related activities such as recruitment, EDC and QA/Chart review as needed
• Ensure compliance with company SOPs, FDA/HIPAA regulations, ICF documentation, and GCP guidelines
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, customers, and company information
• Perform other related activities as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory processing experience is required
• Associates degree is preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus

Skills

• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, and web applications, and the ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, managers and external customers
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities
• Must be professional, respectful of others, self-motivated, and have a strong work ethic
• Must possess a high degree of integrity and dependability
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner, and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines

Benefits

Full-time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are benefits-eligible, with coverage starting on the first day of the month following date of hire.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Health savings accounts
• Supplemental insurances
• 401k plan with a safe harbor match