CLINICAL RESEARCH TECH ADVANCED

SPAULDING CLINICAL RESEARCH LLC•West Bend, WI

81d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Spaulding Clinical is seeking a Clinical Research Technician - Advanced to join its AM Team at the corporate headquarters in West Bend, Wisconsin. This full-time, onsite position performs advanced technical procedures in clinical trials, with an emphasis on participant safety and welfare. Procedures include meal administration, subject positioning and bag checks, vital signs, ECG lead placement, phlebotomy, urine collection, PK running, height, weight and BMI measurements, and dose verification. With supervision, the technician conducts study activities according to protocol requirements, regulatory requirements, standard operating procedures, scope of practice, and current training status. The role includes collecting and managing biological samples, supporting accurate dose administration, recording study data, reporting adverse events, and attending to participants’ care, comfort, and safety. The technician reviews study-specific training and protocols, maintains required study records, and follows applicable GCP, ICH, HIPAA, OSHA, exposure-control, and emergency-response requirements. The regular AM schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The position also requires availability for an every-other-holiday and weekend rotation, and may require work beyond normal hours and availability across shifts. New-hire orientation is Monday and Tuesday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; first-week training continues Wednesday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. From the second week, training start times may vary between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekdays. Training lasts at least eight weeks on the AM schedule before transition to the offered shift.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and interpret English.
Professional conduct in interactions at Spaulding Clinical.
Good computer skills and willingness to adopt technology to maximize efficiency.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Self-motivation.
Results-oriented approach, ability to multitask and learn quickly, responsiveness to urgent team needs, and a track record of meeting deadlines.
Ability to work beyond normal work hours and availability for various shifts.
Ability to perform and record computer-based data entry while conducting timed clinical procedures.
Phlebotomy certificate or associated real-world on-the-job training experience required.
BLS certification required within six months of hire or promotion.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Near and far vision clarity and ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in a scientific or medical discipline.
Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant certification.

Responsibilities

Perform meal administration and verify that the correct meal and contents are delivered to the correct study participant.
Check participant bags for contraband on the study floor.
Perform study activities such as ECG positioning, exercises, and other supervised procedures.
Collect venipuncture, capillary, and/or IV specimens according to protocol while maintaining aseptic technique.
Collect, identify, transport, and/or process biological samples, including blood and urine.
Assist Clinical Research Nurses with dose verification by checking participant identity and dosing labels.
Immediately report participant complaints of adverse events to Charge staff or Clinical Research Nurses.
Perform and record physical measurements, including height, weight, and BMI.
Perform and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse oximetry, heart rate, temperature, and respirations.
Place ECG electrodes and leads accurately for telemetry monitoring.
Complete additional tasks delegated and supervised by Charge Staff.
Review study-specific training and applicable protocols, and ensure study Delegation of Authority/Training Logs are completed properly and on time.
Follow SOPs, GCP and ICH guidelines, applicable laws, ethical standards, HIPAA, OSHA, exposure-control requirements, and emergency-response procedures.
Create and maintain accurate records of protocol activities and events as delegated and trained.
Monitor volunteers’ progress and attend to their care, comfort, and safety during study participation.
Participate in quality assurance for clinical research projects and initiate quality assurance needs as they affect clinical practice.
Enter and record data using computer systems while conducting timed clinical procedures.