Phlebotomist at BIO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC – Toms River, New Jersey

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Phlebotomist to join our clinical research team at Bio Behavioral Health. The ideal candidate will have experience in specimen collection within regulated healthcare or research environments and a strong understanding of protocol-driven procedures. As a Phlebotomist in a clinical research setting, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate specimen collection, processing, and documentation in compliance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:
- Perform venipuncture and other protocol-required specimen collections according to study-specific guidelines.
- Process, label, centrifuge, aliquot, package, and ship specimens in accordance with sponsor requirements and laboratory manuals.
- Verify subject identity and ensure proper informed consent documentation prior to specimen collection.
- Accurately document collection times, processing details, and other required data in source documents and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
- Maintain strict adherence to study protocols, GCP standards, and site Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure proper chain of custody and temperature control for specimens.
- Monitor subjects for adverse reactions during and after blood collection and report any concerns to clinical research staff.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration logs, temperature logs, and inventory of supplies.
- Collaborate with Clinical Research Coordinators, investigators, sponsors, and laboratory vendors to support study timelines and data integrity.
- Assist with audit and monitoring visits by maintaining organized and inspection-ready documentation.

- Previous experience as a Phlebotomist in a clinical research or healthcare setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of venipuncture techniques, specimen processing, and laboratory best practices is required.
- Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA regulations, and research compliance standards is highly desirable.
- Experience following detailed study protocols and laboratory manuals is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, protocol-driven research environment.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- National certification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or National Certified Phlebotomy Technician (NCPT) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) is strongly preferred.
- GCP certification is preferred.