Paramedic I - San Antonio, TX - In Office

Worldwide Clinical Trials • San Antonio, TX

80d

About The Position

The Paramedic I oversees study procedures, performs study procedures, and provides medical coverage as needed while subjects are in-house. He/she performs technical, laboratory, and administrative tasks following Worldwide Clinical Trials Early Phase Services (WCTEPS) procedures and study protocol requirements. The Paramedic I works under the direct supervision and guidance of the Manager, Medical Group. He/she will provide direction and indirect supervision for technical and laboratory staff in the absence of a Full-Time Supervisor.

Requirements

• Course completion in a state approved Paramedic training course.
• Texas Department of Health Paramedic certification or license.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Paramedic, performing at the ALS skill level.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year working as a Lead Medic on an ALS unit for a 911 or private EMS agency.
• 3-5 years working in a clinical setting utilizing ALS skills.
• Clinical Research knowledge.
• Associate or Bachelor Degree.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Medical Director's standing orders, functions as WCT medical coverage in case of an emergency for subjects visiting WCT.
• Oversees all study procedures to ensure that they are performed on time, following both the study protocol and WCT procedures.
• Indirectly supervises technical and laboratory staff in the absence of a Full-Time Supervisor.
• Performs phlebotomy on subjects as needed at timed intervals.
• Once trained, performs the following procedures per WCT guidelines and study protocol requirements: Vital signs, ECGs, Serves meals/snacks, Collects and processes lab samples (blood, urine, and other body fluids), Searches subjects and their belongings when entering and leaving the facility, Performs skin testing for allergens, Inserts IV catheters, Performs vein ratings, Dispenses concomitant medications as needed and directed by the Principal Investigator.
• Perform administrative work as needed (copying, filing, filling in CRFS, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed