Phlebotomist & Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture on study participants per protocol and collect blood into specified tube types.
• Process blood and biofluid samples per SOP, including centrifugation, aliquoting, and pipetting.
• Perform PBMC isolation, cryopreservation, and tissue processing procedures (training provided).
• Perform cell counts and viability assessments using automated cell counter.
• Label, log, and store all samples per study-specific chain-of-custody requirements.
• Cook up sample shipping: dry ice packaging, courier scheduling, temperature monitoring, and shipping documentation.
• Maintain equipment (centrifuges, biosafety cabinet, cell counter) and flag maintenance needs.
• Follow all SOPs, document deviations, and maintain accurate batch records.

Requirements

• California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT-1 or CPT-2), active and in good standing.
• 2+ years of phlebotomy experience in a clinical, research, or laboratory setting.
• Basic laboratory bench skills: centrifugation, pipetting, aliquoting, and sample labeling.
• Comfortable working independently at a clinical site without direct on-site supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs precisely.
• Familiarity with universal precautions and safe handling of human biospecimens.
• Must carry active professional liability insurance.
• Must have an independently established business (LLC, sole proprietorship, or equivalent).

Nice to Have

• MLT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), or California CLS credential.
• Experience in a clinical research, biobank, or CRO setting.
• Experience with PBMC isolation, cryopreservation, or cell counting.
• Experience with cold-chain shipping logistics (dry ice, couriers).
• IATA dangerous goods shipping certification.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Compensation & Contract Terms

$29–$39/hr depending on experience. LA-based, on-site at clinical location. Approximately 3-5 days per week, ongoing. This is a 1099 contract engagement. No benefits are provided.