Sample Collector/Phlebotomist

We have a vacancy for a Sample Collector / Phlebotomist to join our Sample Collections team within the Warrington and surrounding areas, on an AD HOC/casual basis. Candidates must be professionally qualified Phlebotomists, have recent experience in various venepuncture techniques (predominately vacutainer and butterfly) and be able to collect samples in non-clinical settings. Hours: Zero hours – as and when required (AD-HOC). No evenings or weekends. Assignments will generally be within a 2-hour radius of a collector's home address by car. Successful applicants will be paid on a per collection basis only. Collections assignments will generally be at either a solicitor's office, local authority office or donor's home.

Responsibilities

Attend pre booked appointments at various locations in and around the Warrington area; Provide a professional hair, blood and DNA sample collection service; Maintain and develop excellent relationships with clients and donors as the public face of Lextox; Implement the requirements of the company Quality management System and help maintain ISO17025 accreditation; Ensure that all collections are undertaken in a safe, healthy and low risk environment and manner; Provide statements of truth at point of collection

Requirements

Professionally qualified Phlebotomist; Recent experience in various venepuncture techniques (predominately vacutainer and butterfly); Ability to collect samples in non-clinical settings; Excellent interpersonal and language skills; Full UK Driving Licence; Own access to a vehicle with business insurance; Minimum of 2 years' experience in Phlebotomy, post qualification (proof of Phlebotomy competency may be required); Hepatitis B vaccination required; Enhanced DBS check essential

Nice to have

Experience in working within the NHS / Blood Service; Experience in collecting hair and DNA samples (in-house training is provided for this aspect of the role)

Benefits

Appropriate travel expenses paid, including fuel, parking fees and sample postage; Appropriate PPE provided