Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Phlebotomist is collecting and processing blood samples (e.g., centrifuging in the field, performing aliquots onsite) as well as proper labeling, adherence to biosafety procedures and transporting samples safely. Phlebotomist also collects bio-marker data (e.g., blood pressure, height, weight, hip/waist measures). Other duties include obtaining informed consent and completing all visit paperwork.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct research visits/phlebotomies in participants’ homes.
• Driving to and from participants homes
• Perform fasting blood draws (visits take place early morning)
• Centrifuge blood in the field
• Perform aliquots on-site
• Label samples and complete documentation
• Adhere to biosafety procedures
• Manage chain of custody protocols while transporting samples